A House that Watches | David Fitzgerald | Romans 16:17-27

Are you guarding your spiritual life, or have you allowed the enemy to slip through your blind spots? In this message, "A House that Watches," we look at Paul's warning at the conclusion of Romans. Just as you would protect your home from an intruder, we must become a house that protects the unity of the church. Paul calls us to "skopeo"—to look intently, inspect carefully, and stay on high alert against the subtle enemies of gossip, division, and isolation. Discover how the enemy uses smooth talk to divide what Christ died to unite, and learn how a unified church allows the God of peace to crush Satan under our collective feet. If this message challenged or encouraged you, please like this video, subscribe to our channel, and share it with someone who needs to hear it today! Sermon Key Points • What does it mean to "watch out"? Understanding the Greek word skopeo. • Wolves in sheep’s clothing: Recognize division and obstacles. • Gossip disguised as concern: How discord leaves a trail of destruction. • Defending the House: Being wise in doing right and staying innocent of wrong. • The Power of Unity: Why Satan wants to destroy a unified church. Scripture References • Romans 16:17-18 (NLT) • Matthew 7:15-16 (NLT) • Proverbs 6:16-19 (NLT) • Romans 16:19-20 (NLT) • Romans 16:27 (NLT) This Week's Challenge: 1. For the Frustrated: Take 24 hours to vent or pause before speaking. Address it in love directly or let it go. 2. For the Listener: Redirect gossip. Ask, "Have you talked to them directly about that?" 3. For the Isolated: Don't rush out. Come early or stay late, find someone, and ask how you can pray for them.