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Nov 27, 2021 · November 27, 2021. In my graduate seminar this semester we had an interesting and intense discussion about Paul and Jesus. In particular, we delved into the issue of what Paul knew about the historical Jesus and whether he knew more than he said and if so why he didn’t say more and if not how that could be.
Feb 18, 2021 · Paul uses the word my to emphasize the difference between his calling to preach the gospel to the uncircumcised and (say) the apostle Peter's calling to preach the gospel to the circumcised. Paul was destined from birth to be the first apostle to be called by God to preach the gospel to the Gentiles. That was the ministry God entrusted to him.
- Introduction
- Paul and The Gospel
- Paul and The Romans
- Paul and Evangelism
- Conclusion
As was common in first century letters within the Roman Empire, Paul begins his letter to the churches in Rome by introducing himself. He then quickly turns to the main themes of his letter: the gospel, the Romans, and evangelism.
Paul characterizes himself as both a ‘servant’ (slave) and ‘apostle.’ There is quite a contrast here. First, 'slave' is a title of great humility; it expressed Paul's sense of personal insignificance, without rights of his own, having been purchased to belong to Christ. 'Apostle', on the other hand, was a title of great authority; it expressed his ...
Paul now addresses his readers. Though Rome was full of idolatrous worship, God had his people there, who the apostle describes in three ways. First, they are *loved by God*, his own dear children. Secondly, they are *called to be saints*, as also they are 'called to belong to Jesus Christ' (6). 'The saints' or 'the holy people' was a regular Old T...
Paul now makes three strong personal statements about his anxiety to preach the gospel in Rome: 'I am obligated...' (14), "I am...eager...' (15), and 'I am not ashamed...' (16). If some Christians today see evangelism as optional, Paul saw it as an obligation, which he approached with eagerness and enthusiasm. Of course, Paul had many reasons to fe...
Whichever translation is correct, Paul’s emphasis here and throughout this letter is on the importance of faith and the understanding that righteousness and our life in Christ are both by faith. Those who are righteous by faith also live by faith. Having begun in faith, they continue in the same path. The ‘bottom line’ of the gospel is thus this: t...
Nov 14, 2021 · This psalm is a celebration of God as David’s Deliverer and as the ultimate Warrior King. He closes in verse 51 with an important truth about God and his relationship with David. “51 Great salvation he brings to his king, and shows steadfast love to his anointed, to David and his offspring forever.”.
Aug 4, 2021 · It is Paul’s love, Paul’s interest, Paul’s profession: to proclaim. He even goes so far as to say: "Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the Gospel" ( 1 Cor 1:17).
Dec 9, 2021 · Paul clearly referred to the crucifixion of Jesus in 2 Cor 13:4, along with Gal 2:19, 3:1, 5:24, 6:14, Romans 6:6, I Cor 1:23, 2:1, 2:2. 2:8, 11:26, and you ask why Paul did not include more details about the sufferings of Christ in 2 Cor 4:7-18 and 11:23-29. By no means does this suggest that Paul was unaware of how Jesus suffered during the ...
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Mar 30, 2021 · That is, someone from the line of David will, for all eternity, rule over God’s kingdom. Although David could not have known it, God was speaking about David’s ultimate Son, Jesus Christ, who was born into the family line of David. The risen Christ will reign as the King of all kings and his kingdom will never end.
