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Category Archives: A Biblical Gospel
Romans 2:1 – 16, The Self-Righteous Man and God’s Judgement
Introduction Paul in Romans 1:18 – 32 deals with the Gentiles first, those who do not have “a Godly background”. They do not have the light of the scriptures or the ceremonies that the Jews had; they were separated from … Continue reading
Romans 8:18 – 39, Suffering and Glory
Introduction The troubles of this world are real. But when we face these where do we turn? We can seek solace in the things of this world, perhaps a favourite pastime, good music or pleasant company. These things have value, … Continue reading
Posted in A Biblical Gospel, Chapter 8
Tagged comforts, creation, Glory, Romans, Suffering
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Romans 3:9 – 20, Man’s Universal Guilt Before God
Introduction Paul starts with the Gentiles, those who are not Jews, those who have not had access to God’s word directly as revealed through the prophets. What he says about the Gentiles is: “For the wrath of God is revealed … Continue reading
Romans 3:21 – 31, God’s Way Of Salvation
Introduction Paul has reached a low point in Romans 3 in verse 20. All of mankind is under the wrath of God. Man can do nothing to deliver himself from God’s wrath. The law demands that we love God with … Continue reading
Posted in A Biblical Gospel, Chapter 3
Tagged justified, propitiation, redemption, Romans, salvation
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Romans 2:17 – 3:8, Practice What You Preach
Introduction Paul is now turning to the third group of people that he will show are guilty before God – the outwardly religious. In Romans 1:18 – 32 Paul deals with the Gentiles who indulge in the “larger” sins. God … Continue reading