The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 109. Romans 6:1-10.

A verse-by-verse study of Romans 6:1-10.

Subduing the power of sin is the topic of chapter 6. Paul personifies sin and describes it as a master that exercises unbreakable control over all who are “in Adam.” This passage explains how Christ’s death on our behalf frees us not only from the penalty of sin, but from the power of sin also.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!

The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 108. Romans 5:12-21.

A verse-by-verse study of Romans 5:12-21.

Paul has been discussing the gospel primarily in relation to Israel, but he now extends his scope to show that Jesus not only fulfills the promise given to Abraham—Jesus also mends a deeper, fundamental rift stemming from Adam himself. The vast sweep of history is embraced in two prototypes, Adam and Christ.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!

The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 107. Romans 5:1-11.

A verse-by-verse study of Romans 5:1-11.

Paul talks about the blessings that result from being made right with God by faith in Jesus, and there is an atmosphere of joy in this passage as he celebrates the blessings of living under the new covenant. Three concepts dominate the section: reconciliation, hope, and joy.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!

The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 106. Romans 4:1-25.

A verse-by-verse study of Romans 4:1-25.

Paul offers an example that illustrates his teaching that salvation comes by God’s grace through faith, and he doesn’t mess around—he picks the most prestigious of all the patriarchs for his example. He chooses the very first father of the faith, father Abraham.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!