Romans
Paul's systematic presentation of the Gospel and righteousness
Overview
Introduction and Gospel Thesis
Ch. 1:1-17Paul introduces himself and states his thesis about the Gospel as God's power for salvation
Key Verses: Paul's apostolic greeting, Desire to visit Rome
Universal Human Condemnation
Ch. 1:18-3:20Paul demonstrates that all humanity, both Gentile and Jewish, stands condemned before God
Key Verses: God's wrath against ungodliness, Gentile rejection of natural revelation
Righteousness of God Revealed
Ch. 3:21-4:25God's solution to human sinfulness through justification by faith, illustrated by Abraham
Key Verses: Righteousness apart from law, Justification through Christ's sacrifice
Peace with God and Hope
Ch. 5:1-21The results of justification: peace, hope, and assurance through Christ's work
Key Verses: Peace with God through justification, Access to grace and hope of glory
Freedom from Sin's Power
Ch. 6:1-23Union with Christ brings freedom from sin's dominion and slavery to righteousness
Key Verses: Died to sin through baptism, United with Christ in death and resurrection
Freedom from the Law
Ch. 7:1-25The relationship between law, sin, and the Christian, including the struggle with remaining sin
Key Verses: Released from the law through death, Married to Christ, not law
Life in the Spirit
Ch. 8:1-39The Spirit's work in believers' lives, adoption, and ultimate assurance
Key Verses: No condemnation in Christ, Law of Spirit versus law of sin
Israel and Divine Election
Ch. 9:1-11:36God's sovereignty in election and His plan for Israel's salvation
Key Verses: Paul's anguish for Israel, God's sovereign choice
Transformed Living
Ch. 12:1-13:14Practical implications of the Gospel for daily Christian living and social relationships
Key Verses: Present bodies as living sacrifice, Transformation by mind renewal
Unity and Mission
Ch. 14:1-16:27Instructions for unity in the church and Paul's ministry plans
Key Verses: Accepting the weak in faith, Not judging fellow believers
Chapters
Chapter 1
Gospel PowerPaul's Gospel and Human Sinfulness
Paul introduces his gospel and describes universal human sinfulness
Key Verses: Romans 1:16, Romans 1:17, Romans 1:20
Chapter 2
God's KindnessGod's Righteous Judgment
God's impartial judgment and the need for inward transformation
Key Verses: Romans 2:4, Romans 2:11, Romans 2:29
Chapter 3
JustificationRighteousness Through Faith
Paul explains justification by faith apart from works
Key Verses: Romans 3:23, Romans 3:24, Romans 3:28
Chapter 4
AbrahamAbraham Justified by Faith
Abraham's faith as the pattern for all believers
Key Verses: Romans 4:3, Romans 4:5, Romans 4:16
Chapter 5
JustificationPeace with God
The benefits of justification: peace, access, and hope
Key Verses: Romans 5:1, Romans 5:8, Romans 5:12
Chapter 6
BaptismDead to Sin, Alive to God
Baptism and the new life in Christ
Key Verses: Romans 6:4, Romans 6:11, Romans 6:23
Chapter 7
Freedom from LawReleased from the Law
Freedom from the law and the struggle with sin
Key Verses: Romans 7:4, Romans 7:15, Romans 7:24
Chapter 8
No CondemnationLife in the Spirit
Paul describes the victory believers have through the Spirit
Key Verses: Romans 8:1, Romans 8:28, Romans 8:39
Chapter 9
God's SovereigntyGod's Sovereign Choice
God's election of Israel and His mercy
Key Verses: Romans 9:15, Romans 9:16, Romans 9:33
Chapter 10
ConfessionSalvation for All
The way of salvation and the need for preaching
Key Verses: Romans 10:9, Romans 10:13, Romans 10:17
Chapter 11
God's FaithfulnessThe Remnant of Israel
God's faithfulness to Israel and the mystery of their salvation
Key Verses: Romans 11:1, Romans 11:5, Romans 11:25
Chapter 12
Living SacrificeLiving Sacrifices
Practical instructions for Christian living
Key Verses: Romans 12:1, Romans 12:2, Romans 12:21
Chapter 13
AuthoritySubmission to Authorities
Christian conduct toward government and neighbors
Key Verses: Romans 13:1, Romans 13:8, Romans 13:14
Chapter 14
Weak and StrongThe Weak and the Strong
Unity in diversity and not causing others to stumble
Key Verses: Romans 14:1, Romans 14:13, Romans 14:19
Chapter 15
Bearing with OthersThe Example of Christ
Christ's example of bearing with others and Paul's ministry
Key Verses: Romans 15:1, Romans 15:7, Romans 15:13
Chapter 16
GreetingsPersonal Greetings and Final Instructions
Paul's greetings to various believers and final exhortations
Key Verses: Romans 16:1, Romans 16:17, Romans 16:25
About Romans
Paul's systematic presentation of the Gospel and righteousness
Testament
New Testament
Author
Paul