Romans 1-16 - Following the Thread: The Righteousness of God

This week, we will be summarizing the entire book of Romans, following the thread of God's righteousness from the beginning to the end of this magnificent letter. The Theme of God's Righteousness (1:16-17) The power of God in salvation The righteousness of God in salvation The Need for God's Righteousness (1:18-3:20)The consequences of our unrighteousness The absence of our own righteousness The Imputation of God's Righteousness (3:21-5:21)Complete salvation by the finished work of Jesus Christ Peace with God through the finished work of Jesus Christ The Sanctification of God's Righteousness (6-8)The Christian has victory over sin, and yet still struggles with sin The Christian still struggles with sin, and yet is forever secured in the love of God The Vindication of God's Righteousness (9-11)God has proven that He alone is the author of salvationGod has proven that He always keeps His promises The Application of God's Righteousness (12-16)The Christian's response to this incredible Gospel is to offer their life as a living sacrifice to God The Christian's response to this incredible Gospel is to serve God in the unity of the body of Christ