In our episode today, we move into Romans 12:1-8. In these few verses, Paul outlines our lives as worship in response to God’s mercy as well as the importance of humility amidst diversity. Together we discuss how a communal life of worship is directly related to the transformation that the Spirit brings to our lives.

This week, we examine Romans 11:25-36, in this set of verses, Paul addresses the eventual salvation of all of Israel. Together we discuss the importance of unity in Christ within the church for the sake of Kingdom impact.

In this episode we examine Romans 11:11-24. In this set of verses, Paul addresses the ingrafting of the Gentiles and the implications for others. Together we discuss just how important it is for us to keep our focus on Jesus, our root, in the midst of anything we may encounter in life.

In this episode we examine Romans 11:1-10 where Paul writes about the remnant of Israel and what that means. Together we discuss how the remnant represents the first fruits through which God intends to reach all others.

In this episode, we examine Romans 10:14-21, continuing Paul’s discourse on Israel’s unbelief and God’s actions in the midst of that unbelief. Together we discuss our calling as the ones “sent” so that the world may hear, believe, and call on Jesus.

In this episode, we finish off Romans 9 and move on into chapter 10, looking at Romans 9:30-10:13. In this passage Paul turns to begin to address Israel’s unbelief. Together we discuss our call to obedience to Christ over anything else and our willingness to follow Him over our experiences and tradition.

In this episode, we continue on in Romans 9, looking at verses 14-29 continuing on in Paul’s discussion on both the sovereignty of God and the ultimate inclusion of all. Together we discuss God’s patience in giving us the opportunity to choose to participate in His plan of mercy for both ourselves and for others.

In this episode, we move on into Romans 9:1-13 where Paul confesses his sorrow for Israel and God’s sovereignty. Together we discuss how the chosen-ness of Israel was intended to be used as a means to include, rather than exclude, those around them.

In this episode we finish off working through Romans 8, looking at verses 31-39. In these verses, Paul elaborates on the implications of the promise of the Spirit here and now. Together we discuss God’s commitment to us, and the reality that when we live in the Spirit, nothing can come between us and God.

This week, we continue on in Romans 8, looking at verses 18-30. In these verses, Paul addresses our state of present suffering and the hope of future glory. Together we discuss the lives we live in this in-between time with the Spirit leading us.