Paul's letter to the Romans has been called the greatest theological document ever written — the letter that converted Augustine, ignited Luther, and warmed Wesley's heart. In this ongoing expository series preached at Oceanside United Reformed Church in Carlsbad, in North County San Diego, Dr. Daniel R. Hyde opens up Romans verse by verse, from Paul's gospel greeting to the glory of God's grace for sinners.
How did the gospel reach Rome before any apostle did? Romans 1:8 models grateful prayer for the power of the gospel — faith proclaimed worldwide.
What titles are engraved on the Christian's crown? Romans 1:6–7: belonging to Christ, loved by God, called to be saints, given grace and peace.
Why preach? Romans 1:5–6 shows preaching is Christ's gift to the world — calling all nations to the obedience of faith, for the glory of his name.
Who was Paul, and why does Romans 1:1 matter? See how the persecutor-turned-preacher's opening words proclaim God's grace: God saves sinners.
