Romans 1:16-17 is the overarching theme for the rest of Paul's letter to the Christians in Rome. In fact, it is the definitive statement about Christianity. In it the Apostle Paul emphatically declares his lack of shame over the gospel, since in it contains the righteousness of God for salvation to everyone who believes. Of course, the gospel could be understood as (1) God's "good news" for those "dead in trespasses and sins," that they can now be forgiven, redeemed, and regenerated because of what Jesus Christ did at the cross, OR (2) the person of Jesus Christ himself. He IS God's righteousness and "good news" for lost humanity. By placing one's faith, which is given by God (Rom 12:3), in the gospel, the Christian can begin to lead an eternal life, already promised from before the foundations of the world, even though he still walks the earth with all the struggles and blessings that come from everyday life. So, come take another step with Dr. Paul, as he unfolds another powerful passage that God has graciously given to those eager to hear from Him.

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