romans

Sermon Title: Romans 1:8–15 Passage: Romans 1:8–15 (NKJV) Key Theme: Faith flourishes on the gospel’s basics and matures through the Spirit’s work and sound doctrine; Paul models grateful prayer, mutual encouragement, and readiness to preach. Summary: Paul thanks God that the Roman believers’ faith is widely known. He continually prays for them and longs to visit—not as a celebrity, but as a fellow disciple eager to strengthen and be strengthened by their mutual faith....

Sermon Title: Romans 1:1–7 Passage: Romans 1:1–7 Key Theme: Paul introduces himself and the Gospel of Jesus Christ, establishing his divine calling as an apostle and the foundation of salvation by grace through faith. God sets His people apart for the purpose of proclaiming the Gospel and living in obedience to the faith. Summary: In this introduction to Romans, Paul opens his letter by identifying himself as a bond-servant and apostle of Jesus Christ—called and set apart for the Gospel....