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Read it. Pray it. Share it. Live it.
Paul begins his letter to the Romans by introducing himself as a servant of Christ and laying out the heart of his message—the gospel. This good news (which is what the word “gospel” means) is not a new idea but was promised beforehand through the prophets and fulfilled in Jesus, the Son of God. Paul’s desire is for people from all nations to receive the obedience of faith (v. 5), and he longs to visit Rome to encourage and be encouraged by the church there. Most importantly, Paul boldly declares that the gospel is “the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes” (v. 16). It’s not based on our effort, but on God’s righteousness revealed through faith.
🎯 Theme: The gospel is God’s power to save, and it is received by faith—not works, not status, not strength.
🌀 Reflection: Do you live with the same boldness and confidence in the gospel that Paul expresses here? Are there areas in your life where you need to stop trusting in yourself and instead trust in God’s power to save and sustain?
💬 Mission Challenge: Share the gospel with someone this week—whether it’s your full testimony or a simple word about how Jesus has changed you. Don’t be ashamed (v. 16); be sent.
Just Keith Harris 
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