Romans Part 1
The Importance of Romans
Sometimes called “The Gospel According to Paul”, Romans has changed the history of the world more than once.
Martin Luther said, “It is really the chief part of the New Testament and is truly the purest Gospel. It is worthy, not only that every Christian should know it word-for-word and by heart, but also that he should occupy himself with it every day as the daily bread of his soul.”
Its main message is the one way of how human beings get right with God.
A Sketch Map of Romans:
“The Approach” 1
Chapter 1 verses 1 to 15
Verses 1 to 7-Paul introduces himself and greets them.
Question – Compare our ‘Press Handouts’ or the ways we
introduce ourselves with Paul.
What are the main differences?
Verses 8 to 13-The Church in Rome was already well established.
Question – Why was Paul keen to visit them?
Verses 14 to 17
Paul truly believed that the power of the Gospel was for all cultures, Jews and non-Jews and then in verses 16 and 17, he gives the text and subject of the entire letter, based on Habakkuk, Chapter 2 verse 4). Real life can only be lived by totally trusting God.
Question – How important is this living faith in Christ to you?

Let your findings lead your prayers.

Optional Reading for Next Session read Romans Chapter 1 verse 14 to Chapter 3 verses 31.

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