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Author |
Paul the Apostle |
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Between AD 56 and 58 |
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Refers to the addressee of this letter: the church at Rome |
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Background |
Paul is completing his third missionary journey and anticipating a visit to Jerusalem and, ultimately, his first trip to Rome. Paul writes this letter to introduce himself and to summarize his understanding of the Gospel message. |
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Where |
The city of Corinth in Greece |
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To Whom |
To the Christians in Rome, both Jewish and Gentile. (With over 1 million inhabitants, Rome was the center of one of the greatest empires the world has ever known.) |
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Content |
The book of Romans, the longest of Paul's 13 New Testament letters, is a detailed discussion on salvation and the doctrine of justification by faith. Paul systematically reflects on his gratitude for God's salvation through grace, as law (merit) and grace are contrasted, and his determination to make Christ known to men everywhere. God's dealings with Israel and His purpose for the Jews are detailed. Finally, practical applications concerning Christian living and ethics are given. |
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Key |
“Sin”; “Salvation”; “Faith.” Paul clearly explains that broken fellowship with God is a result of “sin” in our lives, and “salvation” is available only by “faith” in the Son of God, Jesus Christ. |
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