The opening paragraph of Paul's epistle to the Romans (Rom. 1:1-7) functions programmatically for the whole letter. Here's my brief outline of this packed passage:
I. The Call of Paul to the Gospel of God (v. 1)
II. The Gospel of the Son of God (vv. 2-4)
III. The Goal of the Gospel of Grace (v. 5)
IV. The Call of the People of God (vv. 6-7)
Verses 2-4 provide a marvelous summary statement of the central elements of the Gospel, worthy to go alongside 1 Cor. 15:3-5 as a concise setting forth of its central themes and contents. This is the center, folks, the non-negotiables of the once-for-all-delivered-to-the-saints faith. It's all there. And it's really good news!
Are you with me, brothers and sisters, called of Jesus Christ, loved of God, called to be saints? I hope and pray you are. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ (Rom. 1:7).
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