Have you ever had a blowout with someone you loved? I have, and it’s not pretty. A safe place is shattered and the only way to fix it is reconciliation. Sadly, sometimes, it is impossible. Today some families have stopped meeting for holidays because they can’t get along. They argue over politics, sports, and, yes,… Continue reading Reconciled! (Romans 5:6-11)
Category: Romans 1-8
Faith Triumphs (Romans 5:1-5)
Peace! Have you ever given the value of peace much thought? In Romans 5 we are immediately hit with this surprising truth: a right relationship with God brings peace. Therefore, since we have been declared righteous by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 5:1 NIV Faith triumphs. We do not have… Continue reading Faith Triumphs (Romans 5:1-5)
The Illustration of Righteousness (Romans 4:1-25)
Faith is something every Sister Disciple should give a second thought. In Habakkuk 2:4 it reads … the righteous will live by his faith. In chapter 4 of Romans, Paul gives us a clear picture of one man’s faith and how that faith is our greatest example of assurance, undoubtedly. Such faith marks a believer’s maturity. Isaiah 7:9b reads … If… Continue reading The Illustration of Righteousness (Romans 4:1-25)
Romans Chapter 3—The Guilty World Faces a Righteous God
We’ve spent a lot of time digging deep into Romans one and two, and we’re richer for it. We understand clearer the Gospel, living by faith, the depravity of humankind, and God’s righteous judgment. Last week, our primary focus was on the Jewish violation of the law and the truth about the circumcision of the… Continue reading Romans Chapter 3—The Guilty World Faces a Righteous God
God’s Judgment and the Law (Romans 2:12-29)
The Jews are Jews not because, out of thin air, they decided to create a religion with one God and be different by circumcision. No! God’s word makes it obvious that they are chosen: recognized by blood, by tradition, and by the Law. The Jews are different because they are messengers of the truth. Physically,… Continue reading God’s Judgment and the Law (Romans 2:12-29)
God’s Righteous Judgment (Romans 2:1-11)
I woke up this morning, opened the paper, and came face-to-face with evil: Gunman kills at least 20 (18 children), charges filed against candidate scam in Florida, Southern Baptist leaders plan release of secret abusers list, and inside China people for disturbing the social order (persecuted for their faith). Reminds me that the list of… Continue reading God’s Righteous Judgment (Romans 2:1-11)
God’s Wrath on Unrighteousness (1:18-32)
For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth. Romans 1:18 The Truth Suppressed We are a people who prefer to see what we want to see and believe what we want to believe—even if it is not true. Our opinion trumps… Continue reading God’s Wrath on Unrighteousness (1:18-32)
Known For Their Faith (Romans 1:8-17)
Paul reflects his thankfulness and faithfulness in the gospel almost immediately in Romans 1:8-17. Wediscover the Roman church was not hidden, secret, or underground. Paul knew them for their faith. Some were even there on the day of Pentecost when the Holy Spirit empowered the Church. Prayer of Thankfulness First, I thank my God through Jesus… Continue reading Known For Their Faith (Romans 1:8-17)
Salutation: The Gospel (Romans 1:1-7)
To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be His holy people: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 1:7 Obviously, the book of Romans is addressed to the church in Rome. But in many ways this book was written for our… Continue reading Salutation: The Gospel (Romans 1:1-7)