Romans 1:1-4 1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, 2 which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy Scriptures, 3 concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh 4 and was declared to be the Son of God in power according to the Spirit of holiness by his resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord
1. The Gospel of God – the Greek word for “of” here speaks of possession – in other words, it is the Gospel belonging to God. It is God’s gospel – God owns exclusive rights to the message and we are called to proclaim it, not adjust it or modify it.
2. The Gospel is the fulfillment of Old Testament promises (God keeps His promises)
3. The Scripture is holy – the Holy Bible – the sole infallible rule of faith for the people of God. The Bible alone is the word of God.
4. “Concerning His Son” – The Gospel is about Jesus Christ – His Person and work – who He is and what He has done Continue reading