Paul is writing to believers. The primary recipients of his letter are friends who have recognized their sin, received the righteousness of God that comes by faith, found themselves filled with the Holy Spirit, and were learning to thrive as living sacrifices for their Lord. So, after sixteen chapters, how does he end his letter to his beloved brothers … More Preaching, Preachers, and Preachees
In Romans 9-11, the Apostle Paul was addressing the work of God amongst His Jewish and Gentile people groups. At that point in history, the hearts of most in the Hebrew race had grown very hard. Most were antagonistic against Christ, his Gospel, and his Church. Consequently, according to the plan of God, the Holy Spirit and Paul transitioned and … More Lessons from the Olive Tree
Paul was a son of Abraham who understood that God showed a measure of grace to Ishmael but much more grace to Esau. In addition, Paul was a child of Jacob. From the sacred tradition, he realized the grace shown to Esau was much less than that shown to Jacob. And as an Israelite, Paul knew what it meant … More No Fatalism Here
Unfathomable Grace 