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What was Paul's explanation for why he wanted to visit Rome?
What was Paul's explanation for why he wanted to visit Rome?
For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established.
Did Paul visit Rome before this time?
Did Paul visit Rome before this time?
False
Were the Roman Christians whom Paul addressed in this chapter Jewish or Gentile?
Were the Roman Christians whom Paul addressed in this chapter Jewish or Gentile?
Gentiles
What was Paul not ashamed of?
What was Paul not ashamed of?
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Against whom is the wrath of God revealed?
Against whom is the wrath of God revealed?
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Why is God angry with these people?
Why is God angry with these people?
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What will God render to every man?
What will God render to every man?
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What did Paul teach will happen to those who do not obey the truth?
What did Paul teach will happen to those who do not obey the truth?
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What does it mean that God has no respect of persons?
What does it mean that God has no respect of persons?
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Who will not be justified before God?
Who will not be justified before God?
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Who does not have the law?
Who does not have the law?
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Who is not really a 'Jew'?
Who is not really a 'Jew'?
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What kind of 'circumcision' is essential in the gospel?
What kind of 'circumcision' is essential in the gospel?
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Study Notes
Paul's Desire to Visit Rome
- Longing to impart spiritual gifts for establishment (vv. 11-13)
- Seeking mutual comfort through shared faith (v. 12)
- Has previously planned visits, but was hindered (v. 13)
- Ready to preach the gospel in Rome (v. 15)
Paul's Past Visits
- Paul had not visited Rome before this letter
- His lack of visit was due to being prevented or hindered
Roman Christians
- The audience addressed by Paul were primarily Gentiles
Paul's Unashamed Declaration
- Paul was not ashamed of the gospel (v. 16)
- Expressed boldness to Roman Christians regarding the gospel message
God's Wrath
- Wrath of God is revealed against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men (v. 18)
- "Holding the truth in unrighteousness" refers to restraining or suppressing truth
Knowledge of God
- People knew God but failed to glorify or express gratitude (vv. 19-21)
- Their foolish hearts were darkened despite clear evidence of God’s existence (v. 20)
Accountability of Humanity
- Paul asserts people are without excuse for their actions (v. 20; 2:1)
Divine Justice
- God will render judgment to each according to their deeds (v. 6)
- "Render" signifies giving back as a form of accountability
Consequences of Disobedience
- Tribulation and anguish will befall every soul doing evil, both Jew and Gentile (vv. 8-9)
Impartiality of God
- God shows no favoritism; He does not have respect for persons (v. 11)
- Respect implies partiality in this context
Justification Before God
- Merely hearing the law does not justify; acting on it does (v. 13)
Gentiles and the Law
- Gentiles lack the written law but can naturally do things required by the law (v. 14)
- Their hearts bear witness to God’s law (v. 15)
True Identity as a Jew
- A true Jew is not merely outwardly defined, but one who is inwardly connected to the covenant (v. 28-29)
Essential Circumcision
- Genuine circumcision is of the heart and spirit, not merely physical (v. 29)
- True praise comes from God and not from men
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