Romans 1:7

In chapters 1-7 in the book of Romans, Paul begins to lay down the solid framework for understanding the broad scope of the gospel in his letter to the Romans. Paul, who was chosen to be an apostle to spread the Good News of God, begins his longest, most elaborate epistle by explaining the relationship between God and humanity. Paul’s purpose for writing this epistle emerges when he discusses the basic concept that all humans are violators of holy law. In other words, Paul is telling the Romans that they are not being completely faithful to God and that something needs to be done about it. He then offers his solution which is based on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. He states that “those who believe in Jesus Christ receive forgiveness for sin and gain new life in the Holy Spirit.” Paul mentions that one not only needs to believe in Christ, but should also completely understand the gospel. I will examine the beginning of Paul’s letter, which mainly looks at God’s anger an...