Romans 1:2–4 (ESV) —
2 which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy Scriptures, 3 concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh 4 and was declared to be the Son of God in power according to the Spirit of holiness by his resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord,
NOTE: Three things stand out at the beginning of Paul's dissertation. One, Jesus is a fulfillment of prophecy. He fulfilled many distinct prophecies that would be impossible for one man to fulfill. That knowledge gives us confidence in who he is. Second, he is declared a descendant of David, and a rightful heir to the throne of David, King over Israel. Lastly, he declared to be the Son of God. The initial declaration is at the baptism by John, where John gives his testimony, the Holy Spirit descends in the form of a dove, and God the Father speaks, calling him his son and declaring his authority. The resurrection is the final declaration where the Spirit raises him from the dead. This was witnessed by as many as 500. Many of whom went to their death rather than recant their testimony.
Why is this important? Because this letter will in detail explain man's problem and the salvation that God brought forth in the person of his son, Jesus Christ. The evidence is clear and overwhelming. Men choose to disobey this glorious truth.
Romans 1:5 (ESV) — 5 through whom we have received grace and apostleship to bring about the obedience of faith for the sake of his name among all the nations,
Jesus paid the price for the world's sin, but there is one sin that remains -- obedience by faith or rejection -- that decides our eternal destiny.
PONDER:
Do believe by faith or have I rejected God's gracious gift?
PRAYER: Father, help me to share this message to those I meet. Give me boldness to take advantage of the opportunities to talk about Jesus
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