Summary: In this biblical passage, Paul speaks of himself and his associates as “servants of Christ and stewards of God’s mysteries.” We do not belong to ourselves but live seeking to be faithful to God. Only God can know our success and failure at doing so.
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Commentary on Romans 1:16-17; 3:22b-28 [29-31]
Summary: In this biblical passage, Paul tells believers in Rome about God’s “righteousness,” which is God’s activity to bring about salvation and justice. Jesus reveals and accomplishes this righteousness in his death and resurrection, and Paul offers a pastiche of images to express as much.
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atonement justification letter to the romans paul redemption righteousness romans 1:16-17 romans 3:22b-28 romans 3:22b-31 sacrifice