Paul declares his prayers and desire to meet with the Church in Rome for their mutual benefit.

The recipients of the Epistle are further clarified by the Apostle Paul and the source of their calling is defined along with the gifts of the calling.

The purpose of Paul's apostleship is revealed and ultimately, though it is to bring about the obedience of the faith among the nations, is for the sake of the glory of Jesus Christ.

Paul summarizes the foundation for the whole Epistle in this: Jesus Christ our Lord,

Paul stresses the fact that Christ Jesus is truly God and truly man, as he further develops the gospel of God.

Paul, after stating he is set apart to the Gospel of God, begins to define the substance of that Gospel.

Introduction to Romans and Paul's Introduction

The Providence of God on display as He preserves the line from which our Savior will come. Every word of God proves true.

The sovereign Lord confuses and scatters a prideful people.

Noah falls into sin, prophecies God's plan for his ancestors and is given a covering for his nakedness.