Romans is greatly misunderstood Justification by faith Nature of man Salvation of the Jews Unity among brethren
Proper understanding helps us Build our faith Teach others Defend truth
Written by Paul from Corinth, Acts 19:21 On way to Jerusalem, Rom. 15:25, 26; Acts 24:17 Others, Rom. 16:1, 21-23; 1 Cor. 1:14
Year: 58 A.D. Two parts Arguments for justification by faith, 1-11 Conclusions, etc., 12-16
Called to preach the gospel Road to Damascus, Acts 9 Sent to preach, Acts 26:16-18 Keeper of gospel, 1 Tim. 1:11 The foretold gospel, Gal. 3:8
Gospel about Christ Human, 2 Sam. 7:12-16 Divine, Matt. 12:38-40; Jn. 20:27, 28
Apostleship to bring obedience Grace, Eph. 3:7, 8 Obedience, Acts 6:7; Jn. 14:15; Heb. 5:9
Desired to visit them By some means, Acts Will of God, 1 Cor. 16:5-7; Jas. 4:15
Reasons for visit Impart spiritual gift, Rom. 12:6-8; Acts 8 Edify each other, 3 Jn. 4; Eph. 4:15, 16 Debt: by virtue of position
Not ashamed of gospel Source: God Subject: Christ Revelator: Holy Spirit Effect: Salvation Goal: Heaven Endurance: Eternal
Gospel: God’s power unto salvation Not a feeling, emotion, etc. Taught, Jn. 6:44, 45; 1 Pt. 1:22, 23 Believe it, Eph. 2:8, 9; Heb. 3:12
The righteousness of God Is revealed in it, In order to faith.
Romans is greatly misunderstood Justification by faith Nature of man Salvation of the Jews Unity among brethren
Proper understanding helps us Build our faith Teach others Defend truth