Paul does not sugarcoat the truth: we are sinners and deserve death. Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, in this way death spread to all people, because all sinned. (Romans 5:12 CSB) Death We inherited death from our ancestors, so sin dwells deep in our soul like a virus. Sin makes us…
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Reconciled! (Romans 5:6-11)
Have you ever had a blowout with someone you loved? I have, and it’s not pretty. A safe place is shattered and the only way to fix it is reconciliation. Sadly, sometimes, it is impossible. Today some families have stopped meeting for holidays because they can’t get along. They argue over politics, sports, and, yes, religion. In our polarized society,…
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Faith Triumphs (Romans 5:1-5)
How does faith triumph? Are we given peace, free access, endurance, and hope to face troubles, sorrow, and illness?