He will always preserve His remnant. b. Prophets 2018 David Guzik No distribution beyond personal use without permission, The Whole Bible For many years David Guzik's commentary was hosted on StudyLight.org. Gaius, mine host, by whom I am entertained here at Corinth; see 1 Corinthians 1:14 . Prophets He has given a general revelation that is obvious both in creation and within the mind and heart of man. General Epistles iv. Usernames should only contain letters, numbers, dots, dashes, or underscores. The Gospels It was one of those times something like what Blaise Pascal experienced. Bible Hub: Search, Read, Study the Bible in Many Languages. iv. You can copy dictionary, In it he shows the connection of the gospel to all humankind and to all creation. 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. iii. For He will finish the work and cut it short in righteousness, GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select a Beginning Point Why? 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He promised before through His prophets: This gospel is not new, and it is not a clever invention of man. Historical Books It is not easy to estimate the measure of love in a Moses and a Paul. Before he was separated unto the service of his own sect; now he is separated unto the Gospel of God. (Clarke), ii. a. I tell the truth in Christ, I am not lying, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Spirit, that I have great sorrow and continual grief in my heart. d. Of whom are the fathers and from whom, according to the flesh, Christ came: Paul also considers the human legacy of being Gods chosen people. Wisdom Literature There is also no Biblical or historical evidence that the Apostle Peter founded the church in Rome. This page provides a method to go directly to a commentary by a specific author.They are found mostly in the three synoptic gospels. 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. You are not My people: These passages from Hosea 2:23 and 1:10 show the mercy of God. 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. Indeed, O man, who are you to reply against God? When Paul wrote the Book of Romans, he had been a Christian preacher for some 20 years. 2.2 Romans 10: PRESENT. As Wesley, the failed missionary, said later: While he was describing the change which God works in the heart through faith in Christ, I felt my heart strangely warmed. One was the heir of Gods covenant of salvation, and one was not. c. Attained to righteousness not attained: What was the difference? Paul began by discussing that which is most easily observable in the worldthe sinfulness of all humanity. Its a lot harder to understand why God chose Jacob to be the heir of Gods covenant of salvation instead of Esau. c. The children of the promise are counted as the seed: Gods word didnt fail, because God still reaches His children of the promise, which may or may not be the same as physical Israel. The Gospels By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. Blue Letter Bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on Christ and the Gospel of His peace and righteousness. Everything Paul touches in this letter he relates to God. There they shall be called sons of the living God.. This is the Bible, the divinely inspired Word of God. a. Poetical Books The Gospel Exalted. They are not only saved by faith, but they live by faith. iii. Prophets Some churches would prosper better if some of you remembered them more in prayer. (Spurgeon). Because of its location, this church had a special visibility and opportunity to glorify Jesus throughout the Empire. The Letter to the Romans focuses more on God and His great plan of redemption. It does not even mean, at this point, that he makes the sinner a good man. Therefore, just as through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men, because all sinned; a. 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. So why has Paul now become so somber in his tone? Wrath is the holy revulsion of Gods being against that which is the contradiction of his holiness. (Murray), ii. 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. Poetical Books There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. It is not that the word of God has taken no effect: Paul thinks of someone looking at Israel and saying, Gods word didnt come through for them. The Gospels First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world. v. At times the Roman Empire specifically taxed approved homosexual prostitution and gave boy prostitutes a legal holiday. It isnt interesting theory or philosophy, it is life-changing good news. This phrase is so important Paul repeats it three times in this passage. Certainly not! Prophets (Romans 9:10-13) Another example of the fact that promise is more important than natural relation: Jacob and Esau. Used herein by permission. For our limited reason does not grasp it, as the child cannot comprehend the courage of warriors! (Bengel). He knows that the gospel the good news of Jesus Christ has inherent power. iii. Text Commentaries; Audio & Video Commentaries; Bible Reference. 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The gospel is big enough and great enough for the whole world; it must go out to impact all nations. b. i. Major Prophets A verification email has been sent to the address you provided. Romans is a book about God. c. He hardens: We know that Pharaoh did harden his own heart, according to Exodus 7:13, 7:22, 8:15, 8:19, 8:32, 9:7, and 9:34. Major Prophets The Gentiles who were saved came to God through faith, receiving His righteousness. The Jews were inclined to think that God could not make them anything other than vessels of honor. It was a cursed death, Gal 3 13. And not only this, but when Rebecca also had conceived by one man, even by our father Isaac (for the children not yet being born, nor having done any good or evil, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works but of Him who calls), it was said to her, The older shall serve the younger. As it is written, Jacob I have loved, but Esau I have hated.. Our father Isaac: Gods choice between Ishmael and Isaac seems somewhat logical to us. Just as through one man sin entered the world: The Apostle Paul regarded Genesis 3 as totally, historically true. It is Gods righteousness. iii. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point The Gospels But He does not so much as bother to indicate that Pharaoh hardened his own heart, an evidence of unbelief and rebellion, because he is emphasizing the freedom of Gods action in all cases. (Harrison). The Old Testament It is our goal to make BLBi the most comprehensive course of study possible. Only 28% of homosexuals said that they knew their partners for at least a week before participating in homosexual sex. It is the gospel of God in the sense that it belongs to God in heaven. Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves, who exchanged the truth of God for the lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Concerning His Son Jesus Christ our Lord: This is the center of Pauls gospel, the sun that everything else orbits around. As was seen earlier in Romans 6, we can be legally free and still choose to live like a prisoner. Affiliates of Calvary Chapel believe in the fundamental doctrines of evangelical Christianity, which include the inerrency of the Bible and the Trinity. Poetical Books No topic is treated with anything like the frequency of God. Those vessels do an adequate job on their own. Every truth revealed to man by God has been fought against, disregarded, and deliberately obscured. In this place the word signifies such a manifest and complete exhibition of the subject as to render it indubitable. (Clarke), d. Jesus Christ our Lord: It means something that the Apostle Paul called Jesus Lord: This term could be no more than a polite form of address like our Sir. But it could also be used of the deity one worships. It shouldnt surprise us that a church started there spontaneously, without being directly planted by an apostle. Welcome to Bible Hub, featuring topical, Greek and Hebrew study tools, plus concordances, commentaries, dictionaries, sermons and devotionals. Commentary on Romans 8:10-17. i. For some 200 years, the men who ruled the Roman Empire openly practiced homosexuality often with young boys. The center of Christianity is not a teaching or a moral system, it is a Person: Jesus Christ. b. But when you glorify God as God, and are thankful for everything when you can take up a bit of bread and a cup of cold water, and say with the poor Puritan, What, all this, and Christ too? then are you happy, and you make others happy. e. Through Him we have received grace and apostleship for obedience to the faith: Pauls gospel impacts individual lives. Beyond that, the origins of the church in Rome are somewhat obscure, but Christians continually migrated to Rome from all parts of the Empire. The Gospels Minor Prophets i. Paul says he serves as a "ministering priest" of Jesus Christ presenting the gospel as a "priestly service" so Gentile converts would be an acceptable sacrifice to God. Wisdom Literature You will say to me then, Why does He still find fault? These Christians had to be strong. Johannine Writings Luke-Acts 1. It curates the best Bible study materials (commentaries, Bible dictionaries, and expositional books) on the book of Romans along with the Bible study tools you need to streamline your sermon prep and presentationall at an affordable price. I am a debtor both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to wise and to unwise. We should remember that when it came to ministry, the Jews were Pauls worst enemies. b. Cookie Notice: Even if Paul only knew many of the Roman Christian by acquaintance, he knew two things about them and every true Christian. (Romans 9:17-18) The example of Pharaoh. This is the natural and obvious way of punctuating the sentence. c. Does not the potter have power over the clay: Does not God have the same right that any Creator has over his creation? 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. e. Nor were thankful: Mans simple ingratitude against God is shocking. Sometimes it is the penalty of disease, which is the consequence of violating natures order. To all who are in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: No wonder that they prospered so well when Paul always made mention of them in his prayers. Who exchanged the truth of God for the lie: In every rebellion and disobedience against God we exchange the truth of God for the lie of our own choosing, and set the creature before the Creator. As Paul endeavored to go to Rome, the Holy Spirit warned him about the peril awaiting him in Jerusalem (Acts 21:10-14). 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. 1.2 TWO EXCLAMATIONS OF WONDER. Witmer, John A. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point Now, in Romans 9 through 11, Paul deals with the problem associated with the condition of Israel. Matthew's gospel is the only gospel in which the assembly (church) of the New Testament is mentioned ( Matthew 16:18 ). c. But also of the Gentiles: And if God wants to show mercy to the Gentiles as well as the Jews (of course, never being less than fair to either), who can oppose Him? Luke-Acts Nevertheless, Paul lived in a culture that openly approved of homosexuality. Poetical Books GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation. 2.2 Romans 11: FUTURE. There is therefore now no condemnation: The simple declaration of no condemnation comes to those who are in Christ Jesus. Where in all history can you find one like Paul? iii. Wisdom Literature The New Testament This sentence Tertius inserted by the apostle's advice, or at least, permission. Has he contradicted everything he has previously said, which emphasized Gods sovereign plan? 4. (Read Romans 7:18-22) The more pure and holy the heart is, it will have the more quick feeling as to the sin that remains in it. General Epistles ii. I will call them My people, who were not My people, Paul is not here proceeding to a new and unrelated subject. Johannine Writings Since the text and audio content provided by BLB represent a In modern culture, homosexual practice reflects the abandonment of giving them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves. Notice how socially acceptable sins (such as covetousness, envy and pride) are included right along with socially unacceptable sins (such as murder and being unloving). Through the power of Gods Word, Augustine gained the faith to give his whole life to Jesus Christ at that moment. (Romans 1:7-15) Pauls desire to come to Rome. Harmony of the Gospels; . i. Of all the letters of Paul, that to the Christians at Rome has long held pride of place. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Use semicolons to separate groups: 'Gen;Jdg;Psa-Mal' or 'Rom 3-12;Mat 1:15;Mat 5:12-22', There are options set in 'Advanced Options', The Whole Bible Pauline Epistles Chapter 9 brings a slight shift in focus to the Book of Romans. (Romans 1:2-6) Paul introduces his gospel to the Romans. This epistle requires all the mental make-up we have, and in addition, it must be bathed in prayer and supplication so that the Holy Spirit can teach us. d. The older shall serve the younger: God announced these intentions to Rebecca before the children were born, and He repeated His verdict long after Jacob and Esau had both passed from the earth (Jacob I have loved, but Esau I have hated). A servant of Jesus Christ, is a higher title than monarch of the world. (Poole). The C2000 Series commentary consists of transcriptions of recordings of Pastor Chuck Smith's "Through the Bible" messages delivered at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa. Pentateuch You shall go to Rome, Paul; but you shall go in chains. (Spurgeon). Minor Prophets Blue Letter Bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on Christ and the Gospel of His peace and righteousness. Passwords should have at least 6 characters. General Epistles ii. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point What does this say about God? a. This begins a passage where Paul describes the sin and corruption of the pagan world with an amazing directness so direct that Spurgeon thought this passage unfit for public reading. First and foremost we are saved from the wrath of God that we righteously deserve. The BlueLetterBible hosts a range of study materials designed to aid your research into the meaning and purpose of the Scriptures. The Whole Bible Yet he still loved them this passionately. When our hearts are set on a thing, and we pray for it, God may grant us the blessing; but, it may be, in a way that we never looked for. Envy: Is this a small sin? This means that the gospel was meant to go first to the ethnic and cultural Jew, and then to the cultural Greek. c. For this reason God gave them up to vile passions: Paul wrote this from the city of Corinth, where every sort of sexual immorality and ritualistic prostitution was practiced freely. He didnt fulfill His promise for them because they missed their Messiah and now seem cursed. Major Prophets The glory speaks of Gods Shekinah glory, the visible cloud of glory showing Gods presence among His people. Statistics tell us that on average 43% of homosexuals say they have had 500 or more sexual partners in their lifetime, and only 1% of homosexuals say they have had four or less sexual partners in their lifetime. 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 the summer of 386, a young man wept in the backyard of a friend. The Jews who seem to be cast off from God tried to justify themselves before God by performing works according to the law of righteousness. Instead, the reason for choosing was found in Him who calls. Karsten and Benjamin were asleep, and God came. Johannine Writings "The Interpretation of St. Paul's Epistle to the Romans" (Minneapolis, Minnesota: Augsburg, 1961), Luther, Martin "Commentary on the Epistle to the Romans" (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 1954), Morgan, G. Campbell "Living Messages of the Books of the Bible: Matthew to Revelation" (New York: Fleming H. Revell Company, 1912), Morris, Leon "The Epistle to the Romans" (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 1988), Murray, John "The Epistle to the Romans" (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 1987), Newell, William R. "Romans: Verse by Verse" (Chicago: Moody Press, 1979), Poole, Matthew "A Commentary on the Holy Bible" Volume 3 (Matthew-Revelation) (London: Banner of Truth Trust, 1969), Spurgeon, Charles Haddon "The New Park Street Pulpit" Volumes 1-6 and "The Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit" Volumes 7-63 (Pasadena, Texas: Pilgrim Publications, 1990), Wiersbe, Warren W. "Be Right (Romans): How to Be Right with God, Yourself, and Others" (The BE Series Commentary) (Colarado Springs, Colorado: Victor, 1984), Wuest, Kenneth S. "Word Studies: Romans in the Greek New Testament" (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 1973). The Roman Empire brought world peace and order; they brought a common cultural, and an excellent transportation system to the world. 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. Those who prefer a punctuation that says otherwise impose their preconceived views on the text. in the resource materials are not necessarily affirmed, in total, by this ministry. In comparison, note the frequency of other words used in Romans: law (72), Christ (65), sin (48), Lord (43), and faith (40). For who has resisted His will?. 3. Will you kindly notice, that, according to my text, knowledge is of no use if it does not lead to holy practice? God will not withhold salvation from the one who believes; but believing is the only requirement. Stay Updated with the Latest News from BLB Blue Letter Bible Loading. Pentateuch Talk of your brave men, your great men, O world! This makes the Book of Romans different because most of Pauls letters were to churches he founded. And we would have been made like Gomorrah.. 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