Introduction: There’s no doubt we are experiencing INFLATION…highest it’s been in decades ( 7.8%). But what is really troubling is that far too many CHRISTians are facing SPIRITUAL INFLATION! But why? And how can we go from INFLATION to FORMATION?

1. The Causes! (Rom 1:6-11)

“6Among whom are ye also the called of Jesus Christ:”

There’s is a lack of PURPOSE! How about you? Do you know God’s PURPOSE for your life?

Notice the word “CALLED.” (Rom 1:6)

“7To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.”

Next, look at the word FAITH. (Rom 1:8)

“First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world.”

Is there a lack of FAITH?

Finally consider the element of PRAYER. (Rom 1:9)

“For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers;”

PRAYER Works if you Work it!

Now what are the CURES?

2. The Cures! (Rom 1:14-16)

“I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise. 15So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also. 16For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.”

Bottom line:

SERVING Jesus! SHARING Jesus! These are God’s cure for SPIRITUAL inflation.

Conclusion: Is SPIRITUAL INFLATION more important to the Lord than Economical Inflation? Probably so. Let’s make the adjustments necessary to turn things around by serving and sharing Jesus.