Paul’s Introduction to Christians in Rome
Rom. 1:1-7
Christ Jesus, our Lord
Spirit with holiness nature – Son of God.
Human nature – descendant of David.
God declared it with power
by the resurrection of Jesus. Paul, His servant – set apart (apostle)
For the Gospel of God
Promised before hand in the Holy Scriptures through His prophets.
Gentiles called by the gospel. Faith in the name of Jesus Christ.
Belong to Jesus Christ. They are “the called” – the church of Christ (16:16).
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Their obedience coming from their faith was being evidenced to the world. 1:8
Christians are mutually encouraged by one another’s faith. 1:12
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The righteousness of God is revealed in the gospel.
“The righteous shall live by faith. 1:17
Obedience
faith >>>>
obedience
faith >>>>
Gospel preached to Greeks and non-Greeks. 1:14
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The wrath of God is being revealed —
against all the godliness and wickedness. 1:18
Truth suppressed the What may be known about God is plain.
glory of immortal God. 1:23, 25 Truth expressed
God’s invisible qualities:
Eternal power – Divine nature. 1:20
Claimed to be wise;
however, they made
images like mortal man. 1:23
Their thinking is futile (mind) and emotions foolish (heart). 1:21
God gave them over to sinful desires
Results: Sexuality confusion (perversion). 1:26, 27 Depraved mind. 1:28-31
Approved of this kind of society. 1:31
