Romans 1 is the opening chapter of the Apostle Paul's epistle to the Romans, which addresses the themes of faith, sin, and God's righteousness. In this chapter, Paul introduces himself and his mission to preach the gospel. He emphasizes the universality of sin and the need for salvation, stating that God's wrath is revealed against all the ungodliness and unrighteousness of humanity. Paul outlines how people have rejected God's truth and turned to idolatry, leading to severe moral decline and dire consequences. He describes the gravity of this rejection, including various sinful behaviours. Overall, Romans 1 sets the stage for Paul's discussion on the necessity of faith in Jesus Christ for redemption and the righteousness that comes from God.