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The word “holy” in Paul’s greetings is applied to the recipients of this letter. 7 To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be his holy (ἅγιος  – hagios) people: What does it mean to be called “holy”? Paul says those believers in Rome are called “holy people”. By extension, that also […]

In this 4th episode of the Romans series, I look at verses 3-6 of chapter 1. Paul hints at several conversations to come concerning what “Being called” means, the relationship between Jewish and Gentile Believers, and the divinity and authority of Jesus. There will be several conversations Paul will be having in this letter. Convincing […]

A promise moves us from the realm of prediction to the realm of relationship. A promise is personal—a commitment made from one party to another, an assurance that something will indeed come to pass, and it comes with the declaration that the one who promises is personally guaranteeing it will come to pass. With a […]

Before Paul wrote his letter, the church in Rome was marked by both growth and tension. The Christian community there did not begin under apostolic leadership but developed organically through Jewish believers and early Christian travelers who carried the gospel to the capital of the empire. As a result, the church initially had a strong […]

1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God— The apostle Paul, the author of the letter to the Romans, stands as one of the most influential figures in early Christianity. Once a zealous Pharisee known as Saul of Tarsus, Paul was rigorously trained in […]

I am very excited to undertake this next project. Last year was the year of Revelation – this year is the season of Romans. Why not the YEAR of Romans? Simple – I will be presenting podcasts of my studies in this epic letter from Paul until late 2027 (maybe even into 2028)! This will […]