In Romans 9, Paul called us to focus on the warning to not stumble over the temptation to return to legalism.

Romans 8 is a prophetic message of theological grounding and preparation for the persecution coming from Emperor Nero’s Reign of Terror; and, the message is clear: we are secure in the commanding power of the love of Christ.

Despite what many preach, the Gospel of Christ does not promise mere spiritual redemption—the promise of the gospel is the wholistic redemption of all creation.

Having been rescued, redeemed, and made righteous, Romans 8 emphasizes our requirement to leave our former ways and instead walk as His children.

The radical nature of the gospel soars through Romans 8 starting with Paul’s declaration of the truth that condemnation is not tolerated within the Kingdom of God.

An examination of Romans 7 and the struggle between spirit and flesh, the law and sin, leads us to the assurance that, though we may still sin, we are no longer captives.

Romans 6 is often misread or quoted out of context. But the message, if we take the time to read it, is clear: the choice between life and death is always before us. Choose life.

Romans 5 begins with Paul’s message that the atoning sacrifice of Christ restored and secured our needed relationship with God. We have been given peace (shalom) with God.

Paul’s message in Romans 4 that righteousness has always been bestowed through faith and the grace of God is pivotal to the understanding of his letter. There was never a moment in which we earned a position of righteousness through acts of piety.

In Romans 3, the apostle Paul engaged in the debate regarding the value of the law. Paul boldly stated the necessity of upholding and uplifting the law but only with the understanding that redemption and righteousness come only by faith.