Tag: Sin

The Tragic History of the First Sin and Resulting Death, As Told in Romans

James Hutton
A tree in a desert in Africa.

Last time we studied from Romans we took great encouragement by God's love being shown through Jesus' death for us while we were yet sinners. His sacrifice was an incredible event, and with the resulting resurrection, we have great hope today. As the passage continues, Paul goes on to discuss another action that had a great impact on us all. That being the sin of Adam and death that follows to this day.

Jesus’ Death, and Its Critical Importance for Us, As Found in the Book of Romans

James Hutton
A sculpture showing the body of Jesus hanging from the cross.

Last time we studied from the book of Romans we considered the patriarch Abraham and him being accounted righteous apart from works of the Law. This truth was, and is, a fundamental part of us becoming Christians. It's also non-negotiable, as is the case for many other topics in the New Testament. Two of these include Jesus' death and resurrection, the former of which we'll examine today.

Romans Teaches That Even Though All Have Sinned, All of Us Can Still Be Justified Through Christ

James Hutton
Hands pointing toward the center of the image, with the word "Guilty" in the middle.

One of the most famous verses in the Bible is Romans 3:23. As many of us know, it teaches that we have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. As we go through the book of Romans together, I felt that it was necessary for us to study this humbling truth, and the justification that is available through Christ.