The War Within: A Fresh Look at Sin
Pastor Rohan Bell explores Romans 1 and 2, observing how we are challenged to confront the universal nature of sin and its impact on our relationships. Pastor Rohan points out that Paul's letter to the Romans wasn't just about individual salvation, but about healing divisions within the early church. Inviting us to see how easily we can fall into the trap of self-righteousness, judging others while overlooking our own shortcomings, Rohan cleverly unpacks Paul's rhetorical strategy, showing how he first gets his audience to agree about the sins of 'others,' only to turn the mirror back on them – and us. This serves as a profound reminder that 'there but for the grace of God go I.' Rohan encourages us to examine our hearts, recognize our own need for grace, and extend that same grace to others, even those with whom we disagree. It's a message our divided world needs to hear: we are called by God to unity in Christ despite our differences.
Chapter 1: The Context of Romans and Paul's Approach
Introduction to the book of Romans and Paul's rhetorical strategy.
Chapter 2: The Universal Problem of Sin
Examining Paul's exposition on the nature of sin and its effects on relationships.
Chapter 3: God's Grace and the Call to Unity
Exploring God's grace as the solution to sin and the basis for unity.
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