The gospel gave Paul and the church grace and apostleship, and one reason those two gifts were given was to produce obedience to the faith. Luke-Acts The New Testament The choice was made before they were born. As he sat, he heard children playing a game and they called out to each other these words: Take up and read! The lie is essentially idolatry which puts us in the place of God. No wonder that they prospered so well when Paul always made mention of them in his prayers. of Scripture. Printed from the Blue Letter Bible Chuck Missler Commentaries A/V Messages: Romans - [Vintage] Title of Message Audio Biblical References Return to Audio / Video Listing Visit "Koinonia House" at khouse.org Copyrighted material. The really significant background, though, is its use in the Greek translation of the Old Testament to render the divine name, Yahweh Christians who used this as their Bible would be familiar with the term as equivalent to deity. (Morris). Because of its location, this church had a special visibility and opportunity to glorify Jesus throughout the Empire. He wanted nothing else but just that pair of boots, and he was ready to go. i. We would have become like Sodom: Sodom and Gomorrah were completely destroyed in judgment. He will always preserve His remnant. In Romans chapters one through eight, Paul thoroughly convinced us about mans need and Gods glorious provision in Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit. Please see Blue Letter Bible's Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. General Epistles The gospel is not advice to people, suggesting that they lift themselves. The Romans Expository Preaching Kit (L) does this for you. v. We know the Letter to the Romans was prized by the Christians in Rome; Clement of Romes letter in 96 A.D. shows great familiarity with Pauls letter. Bible Commentaries. God told the prophet Hosea to name one of his children Lo-Ammi, meaning Not My People. Yet God also promised that this judgment would not last forever. The New Testament Prophets The word God occurs 153 times in Romans; an average of once every 46 words this is more frequently than any other New Testament book. What if God, wanting to show His wrath and to make His power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, and that He might make known the riches of His glory on the vessels of mercy, which He had prepared beforehand for glory, even us whom He called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Gentiles? Cookie Notice: ii. The Christians of Rome were unpopular reputed to be enemies of the human race and credited with such vices as incest and cannibalism. But put on the Lord Jesus Christ and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires (Romans 13:13b-14). Luke-Acts Paul's letter to the Romans is probably the most systematic presentation of the gospel in all of his writings, and indeed in all of the NT. (Romans 9:3-5) The source of Pauls sorrow. At the very time Paul wrote, Nero was emperor. Individual instructors or editors may still require the use of URLs. And her beloved, who was not beloved. Pentateuch He took a boy named Sporus and had him castrated, then married him (with a full ceremony), brought him to the palace with a great procession, and made the boy his wife. Later, Nero lived with another man, and Nero was the wife.. 2018 David Guzik No distribution beyond personal use without permission, The Whole Bible The human race put God to the test for the purpose of approving Him should He meet the specifications which it laid down for a God who would be to its liking, and finding that He did not meet those specifications, it refused to approve Him as the God to be worshipped, or have Him in its knowledge. (Wuest). The Gospels Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the Word of God in order to refocus one's mind and heart upon Christ and His Gospel of peace, we provide several reading plans designed to cover the entire Bible in a year. 1. The same attitude must govern him in his continuing experience as a child of God. (Harrison) This is an echo of Pauls message in Galatians 3:1-3. Some have tried to expand the scope of this chapter to include matters of faith. Now I do not want you to be unaware, brethren, that I often planned to come to you (but was hindered until now), that I might have some fruit among you also, just as among the other Gentiles. iii. How do I know that He will come through for me? Paul answers the question by asserting that it is not that the word of God has taken no effect. In Romans 1:16, Paul spoke of salvation but what are we saved from? (Romans 9:19-21) Does Gods right to choose relieve man of responsibility? ii. God is the most important word in this epistle. For even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature. Poetical Books The Roman Empire had to find a ship for him, and a fit escort for him, too; and he entered the city as an ambassador in bonds. Historical Books Minor Prophets GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select a Beginning Point ii. The letter can be broken down into two major sections, namely, doctrine (1:18-11:36) and then application (12:1-15:13). Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. In May of 1738, a failed minister and missionary reluctantly went to a small Bible study where someone read aloud from Martin Luthers Commentary on Romans. No; God has not failed His children of promise. He has given a general revelation that is obvious both in creation and within the mind and heart of man. Romans 16:22-24. What does it say about our present position in God? Without the GRACE, favour, and peculiar help of God, he could not have been an apostle. (Clarke). Because they did not seek it by faith: We might expect Paul to answer the question Why? again from Gods perspective, and simply throw the matter back on Gods sovereign choice. What if God: Again, the same principle from Gods dealing with Pharaoh is repeated. i. Paul was a tireless evangelist, working all over the world because he believed he had a debt to pay, and he owed it to the whole world. i. Paul has already shown in Romans that the only possible way to be saved is through faith, not the works of the law; and that this salvation comes only through the work of a crucified Savior which was a stumbling block to Israel (1 Corinthians 1:22-23). c. I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world: Paul was thankful for the good reputation of the church in Rome. For they stumbled at that stumbling stone. For our limited reason does not grasp it, as the child cannot comprehend the courage of warriors! (Bengel). As Paul endeavored to go to Rome, the Holy Spirit warned him about the peril awaiting him in Jerusalem (Acts 21:10-14). He wanted them to know that he really prayed. b. A Moravian was about to be sent by Zinzendorf to preach in Greenland. But Israel has not attained to the law of righteousness: By all appearances Israel seemed to work for the righteousness of God with everything it had, but did not find it. Therefore He has mercy on whom He wills, and whom He wills He hardens: Sometimes God will glorify Himself through showing mercy; sometimes God will glorify Himself through a mans hardness. b. iv. Sadly it has been removed. They knew God. It was no good to them to know God, for they glorified him not as God. So my theological friend over there, who knows so much that he can split hairs over doctrines, it does not matter what you think, or what you know, unless it leads you to glorify God, and to be thankful. (Spurgeon). A debased mind: Our rebellion against God is not only displayed in our actions, but in our thinking. A Commentary on the Epistle to the Romans. 2.2 Romans 11: FUTURE. Paul is not here proceeding to a new and unrelated subject. i. a. I have great sorrow and continual grief in my heart: In Romans 8 Paul left us at the summit of glory, assuring us that nothing can separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. The Gospels b. 7. Clearly seen: The universal character of this revelation and the clarity of it leave man without excuse for rejecting it. It is our goal to make BLBi the most comprehensive course of study possible. However, God in His grace offers us . i. Paul uses the definite article it is not a lie, but the lie. He knew they were beloved of God and that they were saints. Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts: Chapter VI, On Patience, Tertullian (c. 202) II.2, On The Apparel of Women, Tertullian (c. 202) in the resource materials are not necessarily affirmed, in total, by this ministry. You are not My people, 1.2 TWO EXCLAMATIONS OF WONDER. 1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God 2 the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures 3 regarding his Son, who as to his earthly life[ a] was a descendant of David, 4 and who through the Spirit of holiness was appointed the Son . Does not the potter have power over the clay, He might make known the riches of His glory on the vessels of mercy, Vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, Gentiles, who did not pursue righteousness, have attained to righteousness, But Israel has not attained to the law of righteousness, Attained to righteousness not attained, For they stumbled at that stumbling stone, David Guzik :: Hechos 2 El Espritu Santo Es Derramado Sobre la Iglesia, Four Views on the Millennium - Study Resources, Matthew Henry :: Commentary on Lamentations 4, Harmony of the Gospels - Study Resources - Study Resources, David Guzik :: Gnesis 2 La CreacinTerminada; Adn en el Jardn del Edn, Jonathan Edwards :: Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God, David Guzik :: Apocalipsis 20 Satans, el Pecado y la Muerte son Finalmente Eliminados, Jehovah's Witnesses, Jesus and the Holy Trinity (Walter Martin), 1 Samuel 17-25 (1979-82 Audio) (Chuck Smith), Lamentations 1-5 (1979-82 Audio) (Chuck Smith), Bengel, Johann Albrecht "Gnomon of the New Testament" Volume 2 (New York: Sheldon and Company, 1864), Bruce, F.F. For who has resisted His will? Paul imagines someone asking, If it is all a matter of Gods choice, then how can God find fault with me? John 3:16, Jesus faith love), The Whole Bible h. I am ready: Spurgeon wondered if Paul didnt use the words I am ready as his motto. i. The Whole Bible Pauline Epistles Yet on matters of opinion, we need to be sure we understand and apply . Indeed, O man, who are you to reply against God? Luke-Acts c. I tell the truth in Christ, I am not lying, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Spirit: Paul uses every possible assurance to declare his great sorrow over Israel. To all who are in Rome: Paul had never been to Rome, and he did not found the Roman church. Everything Paul touches in this letter he relates to God. Indeed, O man, who are you to reply against God? Pentateuch Wisdom Literature Wisdom Literature So why has Paul now become so somber in his tone? They harassed and persecuted him from town to town, stirring up lies and violence against him. I will call them My people, who were not My people, Yet he still loved them this passionately. Image in Romans 1:23 is the ancient Greek word eikon. Now live every day consistent with that freedom.". Note: MLA no longer requires the URL as part of their citation standard. ii. Even if Paul only knew many of the Roman Christian by acquaintance, he knew two things about them and every true Christian. i. It is the lie you will be like God (Genesis 3:5). Unless there is something to be saved from, there is no point in talking about salvation. (Morris). First and foremost we are saved from the wrath of God that we righteously deserve. Minor Prophets Sometimes it is the penalty of rebellion, resulting in spiritual emptiness and all its ramifications. The New Testament The offering of the Gentiles: Romans 15:16 is filled with the language of priesthood. The Blue Letter Bible ministry and the BLB Institute hold to the historical, The New Testament For this is the word of promise: At this time I will come and Sarah shall have a son.. e. Receiving in themselves the penalty of their error which was due: Paul speaks of a penalty for homosexual conduct; homosexuality has within itself a penalty. No one is ever unfair for not giving mercy. This is the natural and obvious way of punctuating the sentence. Then he must write them a letter so comprehensive that the Christians in Rome had the gospel Paul preached, even if Paul himself were not able to visit them. This great passion for souls gave Paul perspective. The word debased (or, reprobate in the KJV) originally meant that which has not stood the test. It was used of coins that were below standard and therefore rejected. The Blue Letter Bible ministry and the BLB Institute hold to the historical, There they shall be called sons of the living God.. c. His invisible attributes are clearly seen: God shows us something of His eternal power and divine nature through creation, by the things that are made. Of course not, he simply presents the problem from the other side of the coin the side of human responsibility, instead of the side of Gods sovereign choice. Historical Books iii. This sentence Tertius inserted by the apostle's advice, or at least, permission. The New Testament Unrighteousness refers to the sins of man against man. Separated unto the gospel: St. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, The just shall live by faith., a. Blue Letter Bible's mission has always been to provide access to the Bible and various tools that allow you to deepen your study of it.. Paul answers this question strongly: Certainly not! ii. It was a cursed death, Gal 3 13. One was the heir of Gods covenant of salvation, and one was not. As it is written: Behold, I lay in Zion a stumbling stone and rock of offense, Prophets Prophets The remnant will be saved. How can anyone go against Gods choice?. Now, in Romans 9 through 11, Paul deals with the problem associated with the condition of Israel. The Old Testament At this time the word Greek had lost its racial sense altogether. Not yet being born, nor having done any good or evil: Paul points out that Gods choice was not based on the performance of Jacob or Esau. The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons. It sends a message that there is something essentially happy and carefree about the homosexual lifestyle which there is not. conservative Christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy b. General Epistles Take courses in major areas of Christian belief and practice. "The Letter of Paul to the Romans" (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 1988), Harrison, Everett F. "Romans: The Expositor's Bible Commentary" Volume 10 (Romans-Galatians) (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 1976), Morris, Leon "The Epistle to the Romans" (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 1988), Newell, William R. "Romans: Verse by Verse" (Chicago: Moody Press, 1979), Smith, Chuck "The Gospel According to Grace" (Costa Mesa, California: The Word for Today, 1981), Spurgeon, Charles Haddon "The New Park Street Pulpit" Volumes 1-6 and "The Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit" Volumes 7-63 (Pasadena, Texas: Pilgrim Publications, 1990), Wuest, Kenneth S. "Word Studies: Romans in the Greek New Testament" (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 1973). Paul has a simple command and encouragement for the Christian: be what you are. i. 1. Yet every Christian should make an effort to know Romans, for this book will ground the believer in the faith. For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of His Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers, making request if, by some means, now at last I may find a way in the will of God to come to you. This Jesus has both a human origin (born of the seed of David according to the flesh), and an eternal existence (declared to be the Son of God). c. That the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works but of Him who calls: So we do not think that God chose Jacob over Esau because He knew their works in advance, Paul points out that it was not of works. 3. It was the happiest day in Luthers life when he discovered that Gods Righteousness as used in Romans means Gods verdict of righteousness upon the believer. (Lenski), iv. Despite all their power, the Romans like all men were powerless to make themselves righteous before God. ii. i. These three chapters are part of the way he makes plain how God in fact saves people. (Morris). Proud: They who are continually exalting themselves and depressing others; magnifying themselves at the expense of their neighbours; and wishing all men to receive their sayings as oracles. (Clarke). Is there unrighteousness with God? d. Although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God: The problem is not that man did not know God, but that he did know Him yet refused to glorify Him as God. God is never less than fair with anyone, but fully reserves the right to be more than fair with individuals as He chooses. Paul's letter to the Christians in Rome is his masterpiece. Isaac stands for the children of the promise and Ishmael stands for the children of the flesh. A woman once said to Mr. Spurgeon, I cannot understand why God should say that He hated Esau. That, Spurgeon replied, is not my difficulty, madam. 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