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Roman 1 is
such a great introductory chapter to faith.
In it, Paul gives us a great perspective on faith. First, it is wisdom that comes from God. Genuine relationship begins with Him and it
is rooted in His Word. Then, it spreads
outward to others. We encourage and
edify one another with the faith that comes from God. We teach one another and build one another up
with our shared faith. This is what
faith looks like.
Having said
that, Paul also gives us a perspective of what faith doesn’t look like. God allows us to chase after the desires of
our own heart as well. He allows us to
walk away from Him if we so choose. He
allows us to exchange truth for a lie and to pursue that instead.
This brings
us to what I think is another great moment in this chapter. Paul looks forward to come to the Jews and
the Gentiles. He wants to preach to
anyone who will listen. Relationship
with God is based upon His righteousness, not upon our worthiness! There are Jews who are faithful; there are
Jews who walk away from God. There are
Gentiles who are faithful; there are Gentiles who walk away from God. Relationship with God is for all people,
anyone who wants it. We are fortunate to
have it!
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