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The Book of Romans: The Gospel Explained

KJV Bible Team
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The Book of Romans is Paul's most systematic presentation of the gospel. Martin Luther called it "the most important piece in the New Testament." Understanding Romans unlocks the heart of Christian theology.

The Structure of Romans

The Problem: Sin (Romans 1-3)

Paul begins by establishing that all humanity is guilty before God:

  • Gentiles are without excuse because creation reveals God (1:18-32)
  • Jews are without excuse because they have the Law but don't keep it (2:1-3:8)
  • "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God" (3:23)

The Solution: Justification (Romans 3-5)

The good news is that God provides righteousness through faith:

  • "Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus" (3:24)
  • Abraham was justified by faith, not works (4:1-25)
  • We have peace with God through Jesus Christ (5:1)

The Power: Sanctification (Romans 6-8)

Those justified by faith are freed from sin's dominion:

  • We died to sin in Christ (6:1-14)
  • We are freed from the Law's condemnation (7:1-25)
  • We walk by the Spirit, not the flesh (8:1-17)
  • Nothing can separate us from God's love (8:31-39)

The Plan: Israel (Romans 9-11)

Paul addresses God's faithfulness to His promises to Israel:

  • God's sovereign election (9:1-29)
  • Israel's rejection and Gentile inclusion (9:30-10:21)
  • Israel's future restoration (11:1-36)

The Practice: Christian Living (Romans 12-16)

Doctrine leads to duty:

  • Present your bodies as living sacrifices (12:1-2)
  • Use your gifts to serve (12:3-8)
  • Love genuinely (12:9-21)
  • Submit to authorities (13:1-7)
  • Walk properly (13:8-14)
  • Accept one another (14:1-15:13)

Key Verses to Memorize

  • Romans 1:16 - The gospel is God's power for salvation
  • Romans 3:23 - All have sinned
  • Romans 5:8 - God demonstrates His love
  • Romans 6:23 - The wages of sin is death
  • Romans 8:28 - All things work together for good
  • Romans 10:9 - Confess and believe for salvation
  • Romans 12:1-2 - Be transformed by renewing your mind

"For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth." — Romans 1:16

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