Through The Bible - English - 46 (Romans-1) by Zac Poonen
Summary
The core message is that the Gospel of God is entirely for sinners, not for those who believe themselves righteous. Paul uses Romans to systematically present this good news, emphasizing that both worldly and religious people are sinners. A key point stressed is the humanity of Christ—that Jesus was born physically from the seed of David, making him a true example for humanity.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The orderly progression of RomansRomans is presented as a logical, step-by-step presentation of the gospel, where believers often stop at different chapters along the way instead of pursuing the ultimate goal.
Jesus born of the seed of DavidThe gospel concerns God's Son who was born of the seed of David according to the flesh, establishing His genuine humanity and connection to the human race.
Declared the Son of God with powerJesus was declared to be the Son of God through His resurrection from the dead, initiating a brand new human race.Romans 1:4
Paul's three "I am" statementsPaul describes himself as a debtor under obligation, eager to preach the gospel, and unashamed because it is the power of God for salvation.
The downward spiral of the worldly sinnerThe downward progression of the Godless sinner begins with failing to give thanks to God, leading to moral decay and God giving them up.
The guilt of the religious manRomans chapter 2 targets the religious person who judges others while practicing secret sins, highlighting that hypocrisy and spiritual pride are top sins.
All are under sinConcluding the first three chapters, Paul establishes that no one seeks after God and every mouth must be shut because all are under sin.
The definition of sinSin is defined as falling short of the glory of God, meaning anything in our personality that is unlike Christ.Romans 3:23
Justified freely as a giftBelievers are justified freely as a gift through the blood of Jesus Christ, reminding us that salvation cannot be earned.
The meaning of justificationUsing a computer word-processing analogy, justification is explained as God taking a jagged lifetime of sin and making it completely straight in Christ.
Peace with God and rejecting prideHaving been justified by faith, we have peace with God and stand in grace, completely removing pride since everything is a free gift.
