Week 51 - Free Weekend Program for Street & Vulnerable Children

Text : Romans 1 -11

Theme : A Quick Review of Romans 1-11 (The Foundational Truth)

Romans Chapter 1-11 unveils our former condition and reveals our new identity in Christ, providing the foundation for understanding of our Faith. Who we were (sinners - sons of disobedience) , what we believe (the Gospel - christ died for our sins and rose for our justification), finally, who we are now (Christians - sons of God). As we conclude this phase of studying the foundational truth of our faith in Christ, let’s briefly review the previous chapters once more.

Romans 1: The gospel is the means of salvation for all who believe. Through the gospel, the righteousness of God is revealed, showing that faith, not works, is the key to righteousness. We are warned that rejecting God, suppressing the truth, and turning to idols and immorality can lead to grave danger, as God’s anger is revealed against all ungodliness when He sends both sinner and sin to eternal damnation.

Romans 2: God is impartial in His judgment, judging all people based on their deeds and the truth, regardless of their background or heritage. He condemns hypocrisy, pointing out that those who judge others while committing the same sins are in the wrong and also guilty. True righteousness is not about outward observance of the law but about inner transformation and obedience to God.

Romans 3: We are all sinners, sin is general - universal, it is in us all . both Jews and Gentiles are under the power of sin. None is righteous. The purpose of the law is to show us our sin, like a mirror, it highlights human sinfulness but is unable to justify anyone before God. Righteousness comes through faith in Jesus Christ, not through adherence to the law. Justification is by God’s grace, not by human works, this eliminates any room for boasting.

Romans 4: Abraham was justified by his faith before the law was given, showing that righteousness comes through faith, not works. The promise to Abraham and his offspring was based on faith, not the law, and Abraham is an example for all believers, both Jews and Gentiles, in trusting in God’s promises. David also spoke of a blessed man whose sins are not counted against him, showing that in Christ, our sins are exchanged for His righteousness in the eternal record of all who believe.

Romans 5: Through Jesus Christ, we - believers have peace with God. Christ died for us while we were still sinners, demonstrating God’s love and securing for us eternal salvation. Through Adam, we inherited sin and death, but through Christ, we have eternal life. By Adam’s sin, we all became sinners, but through Christ’s obedience, we are made righteous. Today, we run to God, we don’t run from Him. We are also encouraged to rejoice in suffering, knowing that it produces perseverance, character, and hope that will not disappoint.

Romans 6: Believers - Christians are united with Christ in His death and resurrection, symbolized through baptism. We are no longer slaves to sin but have become slaves to righteousness, leading to a life of holiness. Sin is no longer our master, we died to the law and are married to Christ, who was raised from the dead. We must reject continued sin and strive to live in obedience to God, undergoing a process of sanctification though our regeneration is complete.

Romans 7: The law is not bad, but it exposes and even stimulates sin. Paul shares his personal struggle with sin, showing the conflict between his desire to do good and the reality of sin in his life. While the law reveals human sinfulness and the need for a savior, it cannot save from sin. But we hope in Jesus Christ, the one who can deliver us from the power of sin. Learn to depend on Him daily, by His grace, we can overcome sin daily.

Romans 8: There is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus who walk according to the Spirit. We see the contrast between living according to the Spirit, which brings life and peace, and living according to the flesh, which leads to death. We are adopted as children of God, co-heirs with Christ, assured that nothing can separate us from God’s love in Christ Jesus, we have hope and security in God’s eternal love.

Romans 9: Paul expresses deep sorrow over Israel’s rejection of Christ, wishing for their salvation. He acknowledges God’s sovereignty in choosing His people, like Isaac, Jacob, to demonstrate His purpose and mercy. God’s election is based on His calling and promise, not on human effort. We see His mercy and His justice. He hardens some like Pharoah, God shows mercy to whom He wills and hardens whom He wills. We are in God’s plan of salvation because of His grace, faith in Christ is available to all, regardless of background. God gives faith to whoever He pleases, He sends out a call for all to come.

Romans 10: Paul expresses his earnest desire and prayer for the salvation of Israel. He explains that righteousness comes from believing in Christ, not from following the law, as Christ is the fulfillment of the law for righteousness for all who believe. We must confess Jesus as Lord and believe in His resurrection for salvation. the message of salvation is for everyone, Jew and Gentile alike, this is why the gospel must be preached - the necessity of preaching the gospel to spread the message of faith in Christ is extremely important. No one can believe without hearing, none can hear without a preacher and no preacher can come except God sends him. We must believe and confess, faith speaks, she speaks through prayer and public confession.

Romans 11: God remains faithful to elect Israel despite their unbelief. This remnant will remain by God’s grace, showing that God has not completely rejected His people. the inclusion of Gentiles in God’s plan of salvation is sure, we Gentiles are grafted in - brought into God’s family through adoption . He warns us against pride, reminding us to remain faithful to God’s kindness and avoid being cut off. However, elect Israel will be saved in the future, as well as many in false churches today, God’s mercy and gifts are irrevocable - he chose us before we were born. His gifts and calling are without repentance. .

Next week, we will continue our study from chapter 12. Moving forward, we will study what God expects from us in light of all that Christ has accomplished for us. Romans 12 and beyond offer practical instructions for how we should live as followers of Christ - how we should live as Christians.

Don’t draw back and try not to miss any class. God bless you.