Lesson 195: Romans 1:16

PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More writes to Rome from Corinth around AD 57, introducing his magnum opus on righteousnessLiving in alignment with God’s standards; being made right with God through His grace and our obedience. More by faithTrust in God’s character, promises, and guidance — choosing confidence in Him even when circumstances are uncertain. More. The gospel was foolishness to GreeksThe people of ancient Greece, known for their influential civilization, philosophy, literature, and city‑states such as Athens and Sparta. In Scripture’s cosmic‑geography worldview, the Greeks represent one of the 70 nations scattered from Babel and placed under the authority of a territorial elohim (a “Son of God”) rather than under YHVH’s direct rule. Their pantheon—Zeus, Apollo, Athena, and others—reflects the... More and a stumbling block to Jews, yet PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More boasts in its saving power.

After greeting the Roman church and expressing his desire to visit, PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More states he is eager to preach in Rome. He is unashamed because the gospel is God's power for salvation to all who believe.