by Bill Walden | Oct 4, 2024 | New Testament, Romans
I. Religious Ceremonies Not Needed For Salvation Vs. 9-12 A. Abraham’s “Religious” Condition When Justified Vs. 9, 10 1. Paul has used both Abraham and David as examples that man is justified by faith, and not by works. a. The Jewish mind probably objected to this,...
by Bill Walden | Oct 4, 2024 | New Testament, Romans
In 6:1, Paul proposed a hypothetical question. Shall the Christian, as a lifestyle, continually and habitually sin so that the grace of God may have an opportunity to be displayed? Paul says no! He explains the Christian’s death to the domination of sin. Paul...
by Bill Walden | Oct 3, 2024 | New Testament, Romans
A key to interpreting this chapter is to substitute the words “sinful nature” for the word “sin”. Paul isn’t talking about “acts of sin”, but of “the sinful nature”. A single act of sin doesn’t reign over someone, but a sinful nature does reign over people. For the...
by Bill Walden | Oct 3, 2024 | New Testament, Romans
This section is the hinge on which the door of Romans swings. It looks back at what has been said, and looks forward to what will be said. Many people do not like to study doctrine. People would rather study about love, comfort, and supposedly more practical things...
by Bill Walden | Oct 2, 2024 | New Testament, Romans
I. Man’s Condition Apart From God A. The Sinner’s Resume 1. V. 6a- Without strength a. Mankind is able to do many things, but is powerless to rescue himself from the holy judgment of God. b. People try to do that thru religion, philanthropy, good works,...
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