For the Gospel of God

Paul’s letter to the church in Rome contains the most in-depth exposition of the gospel which explains why John Calvin described it as “the doorway to the treasure of all scripture”. Throughout church history God has used this letter to open eyes, change hearts and bring glory to Christ. Romans 13:13 played an important role in Augustine’s conversion and Romans 1:17 helped Martin Luther understand justification by faith alone which was the spark that lit the flame of the Protestant Reformation. These first seven verses provide us with helpful context and put before us the main focus of this magnificent letter which is the gospel of God.