To most writers Paul has been very clear in his logic. Romans 7, however, has commentaries going off in a variety of directions. Some use it to establish rules for marriage, divorce, and remarriage. Others use it as an illustration of how perfection can be attained in this lifetime. Differences include everything from opinions on whom the deceased husband represents to what period of life Paul refers to in his struggle with sin.

Years ago I wrote a sermon entitled "Jesus the Slave Owner:' While the sermon was well received, people were appalled by the title. We like our independence; we like our freedom. While we freely confess that our only comfort in life and death is that we belong, body and soul, to our faithful Savior Jesus Christ, we refuse to be slaves to anyone. This bible study on Romans 6 expands.

The English Puritan Thomas Goodwin wrote, "In God's sight there are two men — Adam and Jesus Christ — and these two men have all the other men hanging at their girdle strings." Paul concludes the last half of Romans 5 by contrasting Adam and Jesus.

After writing about the righteousness that comes from God through faith, Paul points out that those who lack this faith will face the wrath of God. Many people today are inclined to downplay the wrath of God and speak only of His love. They claim that the wrath of God is an Old Testament idea that no longer applies since Christ has come. Paul makes very clear in these verses that to ignore the wrath of God is to misrepresent the justice of the sovereign Lord.

A certain amount of fair play is instilled in us when we are very young. We expect a certain kind of behavior, even when there is no written law to guide such behavior. How many times haven't parents heard words similar to these come from the mouths of their children: "How would you like it if I did that to you?"; "That's my seat, I called it first"; "Give me some of your orange; I gave you some of mine"; and of course they are all finished with the words, "That's not fair!"

Recently I received a brochure from the public school system that explained why they had a full time policeman on staff. Yes, it was true that weapons were as commonplace as cell phones in this inner-city school. Yes, it was true that there had been a stabbing or two, but the students were basically good. They just needed some positive influence to reinforce their behavior.

After spending three chapters teaching his readers the depth of our sin and another three chapters on how we are reconciled to God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, Paul pens three chapters on the significance that our union with Christ has on our daily lives. In Adam we were dead in sin; in Christ we are dead to sin. All our sins have been pardoned; we are declared to be without sin — justified by the second Adam. This bible study on Romans 6 expands on this.

Looking at Romans 1, this article shows that a culture collapses when it gives up God and God leaves it to its own desires. Such a culture is characterized by permissiveness, perversion, and profanity.

This article on Romans 1:17 is about the righteousness of God, punishment and mercy, and justification by faith alone.

This article on Romans 1:16 shows how the gospel was and is foolishness in our world, but something of which we are not ashamed.

In this article on Romans 1:20 we see that God gives witness to his existence and glory, but that man chooses to ignore the truth.

Looking at Romans 8:28, this article shows how the act of God in giving us Christ to die for us serves as a guarantee of what he promises his children.

Do Christians still struggle with sin after being saved? Can they still feel wretched? Romans 7 has been a point of discussion on this matter. How should we understand it? This article highlights different interpretations, with the author giving his own.

Looking at Romans 6:6, Ephesians 4:22-24, and Colossians 3:9-10, this article shows that the old man should not be confused with indwelling sin. In Christ the old man is dead and the Christian has become the new man.

Looking at Romans 12, this article shows how the grace and mercy of God is the basis of showing loving care. Exploring the implications of this, the article lists practical ways of caring in such a way that reflects the change brought by God’s grace on the Christian.

In this article on Romans 2:12, the death of unbelievers and pagans are discussed. The impartiality or favouritism of God is also mentioned, as well as the standard for judgment in the justice of God.

This article on Romans 3:9 focuses on our sin, the sin of Adam as our sin (original sin), the wrath of God, and the gospel for sinners.

This article is an exposition of Romans 15:14-33, showing Paul’s attitude towards the ministry and how it can be an exemple to us. Read on…

This article is an exposition of Romans 10, showing that God cannot be blamed for the unbelief of Israel. It is because of their disobedience in rejecting Christ and the gospel that they have themselves to blame.

This article is an exposition of Romans 8:28, showing that a Christian knows the following: God works, God is at work for our good, God is working for our good in all things, and this is for only those who love Him. 

This article is an exposition of Romans 16:17-27] It discusses people to avoid and people to associate with, and ends with giving all glory to God.

This article is an exposition of Romans 8:18-27, discussing the groaning of creation, of believers and of the Holy Spirit.

This article is an exposition of Romans 14, which shows the manner in which Christians are to deal with matters which are not very important: by avoiding debate, exercising love, and being considerate of others.

This article is an exposition of Romans 11, which tackles the identity of all Israel, while pointing to the plan of God’s purpose for the inclusion of Gentiles.

After eleven chapters of doctrine telling us what to believe, we now turn (perhaps with a measure of relief?) to the practical application - how we should live. This is a pattern Paul follows in many of his epistles. This article is an exposition of Romans 12:1-2, showing the grounds for Christian commitment: its demand, renewal, and its goal. 

This article is an exposition of Romans 8:1-4, which shows that the assurance of the believer rests in knowing that in Christ there is no condemnation for the believer.

This article is an exposition of Romans 8:31-39, which shows that the Christian assurance of victory is found in seeing the adequacy of God. 

This article is an exposition of Romans 7:14-25. This is a difficult passage to under­stand; in the past it has stretched some of the greatest minds. It’s a much disputed passage, with different interpretations. The problem surrounds the identity of the wretched man (verse 24). Who is he? 

This article is an exposition of Romans 8:5-14, showing how the Holy Spirit works to bring change through new life, and how He sustains new life in the believer. 

This article is an exposition of Romans 8:31-32, showing that the assurance we have that God is for us is found in the demonstration of His love in giving us His Son. 

This article is an exposition of Romans 8:14-17, showing the role of the Holy Spirit in our adoption. 

This article is an exposition of Romans 9, showing how how God’s purpose is fulfilled with election. 

The apostle Paul now applies this radical new way of living to our lives together in the church. Paul re­minds us of the importance of using our minds in the church. We are not to leave our minds outside the church door. The head, as Tozer reminds us, is not just a place to hang a hat on! As members of the church then, how are we to think—and behave? This article is an exposition of Romans 12:3-8. It shows how Christians must think about themselves and the church. 

"No passage is more diffi­cult for a modern mind to understand, and no passage of the NT has had such an influence on theology as this." You will need to put your thinking caps on; you will need to "gird up the loins of your mind." If you snooze, you lose. This passage could seriously enhance your understanding, could change your life, could alter the way you see yourself as a Christian and change your whole outlook.

Paul is writing to Christians: to people who have received mercy from God (Romans 12:1). Don’t think for a moment that by doing these instructions you are working for your salvation. No! Rather, if you obey these instructions, you are work­ing out your salvation. It’s often been said that while we are saved by faith alone, this salvation is by a faith that is not alone. These instructions are marks of the "new life" in all who have been born again. This article gives the essentials of biblical love.

Why should you not be ashamed of the gospel? This exposition of Romans 1:14-17] shows that the gospel is the power of God, about salvation, for everyone, about the righteousness of God, and received by faith. 

Paul has introduced us to the doctrine of justification by faith in chapter 3 of Romans. This may have been new to some people, perhaps even to you. People are often a little skeptical and wary of new ideas. That’s why Paul in Romans 4 takes up the case of Abraham (and to a lesser ex­tent David). These men were two giants of the Old Testament and superheroes of the Jews. The Jews all agreed there was none quite like Abraham or David. How were they made right with God?

Jesus’ suffering has an impact on the mourning of creation. This article is based on Romans 8 and argues that just as Adam’s sin affected creation, Jesus’ suffering brings reconciliation and renewal. This article shows how the curse has been dealt with.

Looking at Romans 6, this article shows how understanding our union with Christ serves to promote holiness in our lives.

Looking at Romans 7, this article enters the long struggle of showing whether it teaches free grace or free will, whether it describes the experience of a regenerated person or not.

Definitive sanctification is the once-for-all act of God in which he regards believers sanctified in Christ. It is here that a sinner is changed into a saint. This article shows that this is the truth taught in Romans 6.

What does it mean that God hates? From Romans 9:13, this article shows that God’s hatred should be understood in the context of his hatred for sin, and that no one deserves mercy. It shows that the message of election is for the believers and for their comfort.

Though the root of all sickness is sin, not every sickness can be linked to a specific sin. However, sexually-transmitted infections can be. STI are a result of breaking God’s law on sexual intimacy within marriage, and thus they are a sign of his judgement on individuals and society.

This article looks at Romans 12:4-8 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 with the special focus on the matter of spiritual gifts — prophecy, speaking in tongues, and healing. The article also answers the question of whether the gifts were temporary or permanent.

Looking at Romans 3:21-26, this article shows how Paul uses three images - the court of law, the slave market, and sacrifices - to illustrate the truth of salvation.

This article is a Bible study on Romans 4:9–25.

Looking at the meaning and context of Romans 11:26, this article shows that on the basis of Christ being the Messiah for both Gentiles and Jews, Paul saw a future for the Jews by claiming that all Israel will be saved. This has implications for mission work towards Jews.

Looking at the meaning and context of Romans 11:26, this article shows that on the basis of Christ being the Messiah for both Gentiles and Jews, Paul saw a future for the Jews by claiming that all Israel will be saved. This has implications for mission work towards Jews.

This article on Romans 5:7-8 is about the love of God becoming visible in the death of Jesus Christ.

This article on Romans 5:6 is about God acting first in salvation.

This is a article on Romans 5:6-8.

This article is about the immeasurable love of God we see in him giving us his Son, Jesus Christ (Romans 5:6-8).

This article on Romans 5:8 is about how much God gave to us, for people who were powerless, ungodly and sinful.