Straight from the Men's Devotional Bible..."Paul's letter to the Christians in Rome isn't his first correspondence with a church. However, this letter perhaps represents the most complete expression of his message."
So there you have it. Romans is a big deal in the scheme of New Testament teaching and understanding of the gospel. And chapter one gets right into it. We have a weighty introduction in verses 1-7 (check out v. 2-5 in particular). Paul then spends a few verses encouraging the Roman believers:
"I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you."
"I long to see you...that you and I may be mutually encouraged."
A brief but powerful declaration of the power of the gospel in verses 16-17 is followed by a vivid description of man's current state in v. 18-32. It's not a pretty picture. Fortunately, good news is on the way.
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