Series Theme: Romans: The Gospel of God’s Righteousness, Grace, and Transforming Power.
Primary Scripture: Romans 2:1–29 Key Verse: Romans 2:11 (KJV)
“For there is no respect of persons with God.”
Theme: God judges every person with perfect righteousness. Religious knowledge, moral accomplishments, and outward ceremonies cannot replace genuine repentance and faith.
Central Truth: God looks beyond our religious appearance and examines the condition of our hearts. Every person needs the righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ.
Sermon Prep: Romans 2 Study
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Sermon Length: Approximately 30 minutes
1. Suggested Order of Worship
- Welcome and Announcements
- Opening Prayer
- Congregational Hymn — Holy, Holy, Holy
- Scripture Reading — Romans 2:1–11
- Congregational Hymn — Amazing Grace
- Offertory Scripture and Prayer
- Receiving of Tithes and Offerings
- Special Music or Congregational Hymn — Search Me, O God
- Prayer Before the Sermon
- Sermon — The Righteous Judgment of God
- Invitation Hymn — Just As I Am
- Invitation Prayer
- Benediction
2. Opening Prayer
Heavenly Father,
We come before You this morning with grateful hearts, recognizing that You are holy, righteous, and merciful.
You know everything about us.
You know our thoughts before we speak them.
You know our motives, our attitudes, and the hidden concerns of our hearts.
Nothing is concealed from Your sight.
Yet despite our failures, You have shown us extraordinary kindness through Jesus Christ.
Thank You for Your patience.
Thank You for Your mercy.
And thank You for the salvation You have provided through Your Son.
Lord, as we worship today, help us examine our own hearts rather than judging the failures of others.
Deliver us from spiritual pride.
Teach us humility.
And remind us that every blessing we enjoy comes from Your grace.
We pray for those who are struggling with sickness, grief, discouragement, or financial difficulties.
Strengthen those who are weary.
Comfort those who are hurting.
And draw those who do not know Jesus Christ into a saving relationship with Him.
May everything we say and do today bring honor and glory to Your name.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen.
3. Offertory Scripture and Prayer
Scripture: Proverbs 3:9 (KJV)
“Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:”
Offertory Prayer
Heavenly Father,
We thank You for the many ways You have provided for us.
You have given us life, strength, opportunities, and the resources necessary for our daily needs.
Most importantly, You have given us the wonderful gift of salvation through Jesus Christ.
As we receive our tithes and offerings this morning, help us give with grateful and willing hearts.
May these gifts support the ministry of this church, provide assistance to those in need, and help carry the Gospel to our community and beyond.
Lord, keep us from giving merely to impress others or to fulfill a religious obligation.
May our giving be an expression of genuine love, gratitude, and obedience.
Teach us to honor You not only with our possessions but with every part of our lives.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen.
4. Prayer Before the Sermon
Father,
As we open the second chapter of Romans, we ask You to prepare our hearts to receive Your Word.
Your Word reminds us that You are a righteous Judge.
You see beyond our outward appearance.
You know our hidden thoughts and motives.
And You judge every person according to perfect truth.
Lord, forgive us when we become quick to condemn the failures of others while excusing our own sins.
Forgive us when we place confidence in religious activities rather than in Jesus Christ.
Teach us to recognize our need for Your grace.
Help us understand the difference between outward religion and genuine faith.
And may Your Holy Spirit lead us toward repentance, humility, and faithful obedience.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen.
5. Sermon Manuscript
The Righteous Judgment of God
Romans 2:1–29
Introduction: The Danger of Looking at Everyone Except Ourselves
Have you ever noticed how easy it is to recognize the faults of other people?
We can identify their mistakes.
We can criticize their decisions.
We can point out their weaknesses.
And sometimes we can explain exactly what they ought to do differently.
But when it comes to examining our own lives, we are not always quite so thorough.
We tend to judge other people by their actions.
But we judge ourselves by our intentions.
When someone else loses his temper, we say he has a terrible attitude.
When we lose our temper, we explain that we were tired, frustrated, or having a difficult day.
When someone else makes a poor decision, we call it foolishness.
When we make a poor decision, we explain that we did not have all the information.
We can be very generous in explaining our own failures.
And very demanding when evaluating the failures of others.
That is the problem Paul addresses in Romans chapter 2.
In Romans 1, Paul described the rebellion of humanity against God.
He explained how people rejected God’s revelation, turned to idolatry, and became involved in all kinds of sinful behavior.
As we read that chapter, it is easy to imagine someone nodding his head in agreement.
“That’s right, Paul!”
“Those people are terrible sinners!”
“They certainly deserve God’s judgment!”
But then Paul turns toward the person doing the judging.
And he says, in effect:
“Now, let’s talk about you.”
Romans 2:1 declares:
“Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things.”
That is a powerful statement.
Paul reminds us that recognizing sin in someone else’s life does not make us righteous.
Condemning another person’s wrongdoing does not remove our own guilt.
And religious knowledge does not guarantee that our hearts are right with God.
In Romans 2, Paul begins exposing the spiritual danger of self-righteousness.
He demonstrates that God judges impartially.
He explains that knowing God’s law is not the same as obeying it.
And he teaches that genuine righteousness involves the condition of the heart.
Today, I want us to consider five important truths about the righteous judgment of God.
I. We Must Examine Ourselves Before Condemning Others (Romans 2:1–5)
Paul begins with a warning against hypocrisy.
Romans 2:1 says:
“Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things.”
Now, we need to understand what Paul is saying.
He is not teaching that Christians must never recognize sin.
The Bible clearly instructs us to distinguish between right and wrong.
We must exercise discernment.
We must stand for biblical truth.
But Paul condemns the attitude of someone who judges the sins of others while excusing those same sins in his own life.
The Problem of Hypocrisy
Hypocrisy occurs when we demand a standard from others that we refuse to apply to ourselves.
We criticize dishonesty while stretching the truth.
We condemn gossip while spreading rumors.
We criticize selfishness while insisting upon getting our own way.
We speak against pride while secretly believing ourselves superior to others.
Paul reminds us that God sees through such hypocrisy.
God’s Judgment Is According to Truth
Romans 2:2 says:
“But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit such things.”
Human judgment is often incomplete.
We do not always know the full circumstances.
We cannot see another person’s heart.
And our own prejudices may influence our conclusions.
But God’s judgment is different.
He knows everything.
He sees every action.
He understands every motive.
And He judges according to perfect truth.
God’s Patience Is Intended to Lead Us to Repentance
Romans 2:4 says:
“Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?”
What a wonderful statement!
God is good.
He is patient.
He is longsuffering.
He gives sinners opportunities to repent.
But His patience should never be mistaken for approval of sin.
The fact that God has not immediately judged someone does not mean that He has overlooked wrongdoing.
His patience is an expression of mercy.
It provides an opportunity for repentance.
Illustration: The Dirty Window
Imagine looking through a dirty window.
You see someone standing outside.
And you begin criticizing how dirty his clothes appear.
But you fail to realize that much of the dirt you are seeing is actually on your own window.
Before you can see clearly, you need to clean the glass.
Sometimes our judgment of others is distorted by the condition of our own hearts.
We need to examine ourselves before condemning someone else.
Application
Before criticizing another person’s failures, ask yourself:
Am I guilty of something similar?
Am I applying the same standard to myself?
Am I responding with humility and compassion?
Am I genuinely concerned about helping this person?
Or am I simply trying to feel superior?
Jesus taught us to remove the beam from our own eye before attempting to remove the mote from our brother’s eye.
The first step toward spiritual maturity is not becoming better at recognizing other people’s sins. It is becoming more honest about our own.
II. God Judges Every Person with Perfect Impartiality (Romans 2:6–11)
Paul now explains an important principle of divine judgment.
Romans 2:6 says:
“Who will render to every man according to his deeds:”
God’s judgment is not based upon appearances.
It is not influenced by wealth.
Social position.
Education.
Nationality.
Or religious reputation.
God judges every person according to perfect righteousness.
God’s Judgment Reveals the Truth About Our Lives
Paul explains that God’s judgment will take account of what people have done.
Those who persist in evil reveal the rebellion of their hearts.
Those who pursue righteousness demonstrate a different direction of life.
Now, we must be careful here.
Paul is not teaching that sinners can earn salvation through good works.
Later in Romans, he will make that absolutely clear.
Romans 3:20 says:
“Therefore by the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight…”
And Romans 3:28 declares:
“Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.”
So what is Paul teaching in Romans 2?
He is explaining the righteous standard of God’s judgment.
Our actions reveal the condition of our hearts.
Good works do not purchase salvation.
But genuine saving faith produces a changed life.
No Respect of Persons
Romans 2:11 says:
“For there is no respect of persons with God.”
That statement should humble every one of us.
God does not have favorites based upon human distinctions.
He does not judge one person more favorably because of his family background.
He does not excuse sin because someone holds an important position.
And He does not overlook wrongdoing because someone has been a church member for many years.
Illustration: The Courtroom
Imagine appearing before a judge.
You have been accused of violating the law.
But instead of addressing the charge, you begin explaining your accomplishments.
You tell the judge about your education.
Your occupation.
Your family.
Your community involvement.
And all the good things you have done.
Those accomplishments may be admirable.
But they do not erase the violation.
The judge must address the law that was broken.
In a far greater way, God judges every person according to His perfect righteousness.
Our accomplishments cannot remove our guilt.
Our religious activities cannot cancel our sins.
We need forgiveness.
And that forgiveness comes through Jesus Christ.
Application
We should never place confidence in our background or accomplishments.
Perhaps you grew up in a Christian home.
Perhaps you have attended church for many years.
Maybe you have served as a Sunday school teacher, deacon, or ministry leader.
Those are wonderful privileges.
But they cannot save you.
Every person must come to God through Jesus Christ.
God does not judge us by the reputation we have built before people, but by the truth He knows about our lives.
III. Knowing God’s Word Is Not the Same as Obeying It (Romans 2:12–16)
Paul now addresses the relationship between God’s law and human responsibility.
Some people possessed the written law of Moses.
Others did not.
But Paul explains that everyone remains accountable to God.
Hearing Is Not Enough
Romans 2:13 says:
“For not the hearers of the law are just before God, but the doers of the law shall be justified.”
Paul is emphasizing that merely hearing God’s commandments does not establish righteousness.
Knowing what God requires is not the same as fulfilling it.
Now, this verse must be understood within Paul’s larger argument.
He is describing the standard of righteousness required by God’s law.
He is not claiming that sinful human beings can perfectly obey the law and earn salvation.
Indeed, Romans 3 will demonstrate that everyone falls short.
The Conscience Bears Witness
Romans 2:14–15 explains that Gentiles who did not possess the Mosaic Law nevertheless demonstrated an awareness of moral responsibility.
Verse 15 says:
“Which shew the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness, and their thoughts the mean while accusing or else excusing one another;)”
God has given human beings a conscience.
The conscience helps us recognize moral responsibility.
It may accuse us when we do wrong.
Or it may defend us when we believe we have acted properly.
But the conscience is not an infallible guide.
It can be misinformed.
It can become insensitive.
And it must be instructed by the truth of God’s Word.
God Knows the Secrets of Our Hearts
Romans 2:16 says:
“In the day when God shall judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ according to my gospel.”
What a sobering reminder!
God does not merely see outward behavior.
He knows our hidden thoughts.
Our private motives.
Our secret desires.
And the things we attempt to conceal from others.
Nothing is hidden from Him.
Illustration: The Unused Instruction Manual
Imagine purchasing a complicated piece of equipment.
The manufacturer provides a detailed instruction manual.
You read the manual carefully.
You highlight important sections.
You memorize the safety instructions.
You can even explain the manual to other people.
But you never actually follow the directions.
Eventually, the equipment is damaged because you ignored the instructions.
Knowing the manual was not enough.
You needed to follow it.
The same principle applies to God’s Word.
It is possible to know a great deal about Scripture without allowing it to transform our lives.
Application
Do you merely hear the Word of God?
Or do you seek to obey it?
Do you listen to sermons without applying their lessons?
Do you read Scripture without allowing it to challenge your attitudes?
Do you know what is right but repeatedly refuse to do it?
We must never confuse biblical knowledge with spiritual maturity.
The purpose of studying God’s Word is not merely to increase our knowledge. It is to bring our lives into obedience to Jesus Christ.
IV. Religious Privilege Cannot Replace Genuine Righteousness (Romans 2:17–24)
Paul now addresses those who possessed the law and considered themselves religiously privileged.
In particular, he speaks to Jewish readers who trusted in their relationship to the law of Moses.
Romans 2:17 says:
“Behold, thou art called a Jew, and restest in the law, and makest thy boast of God,”
The Jewish people had received remarkable blessings.
God had entrusted them with His law.
He had revealed His promises.
He had established His covenant.
And He had given them a unique role in His redemptive plan.
But those privileges did not excuse disobedience.
The Danger of Religious Confidence
Paul describes people who considered themselves guides to the blind and teachers of the ignorant.
They knew God’s commandments.
They understood religious traditions.
And they believed they were qualified to instruct others.
But then Paul asks some uncomfortable questions.
Romans 2:21 says:
“Thou therefore which teachest another, teachest thou not thyself? thou that preachest a man should not steal, dost thou steal?”
Paul continues by asking about adultery and other violations of God’s law.
His point is simple.
Religious knowledge becomes hypocrisy when our lives contradict what we teach.
Our Conduct Affects Our Witness
Romans 2:24 says:
“For the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles through you, as it is written.”
That is a serious accusation.
When those who claim to represent God live in open contradiction to His commands, they bring dishonor upon His name.
Their behavior can cause others to ridicule the faith they profess.
Illustration: The Restaurant Inspection
Imagine a restaurant that advertises itself as the cleanest establishment in town.
The owners display certificates on the walls.
They publish statements about their commitment to cleanliness.
They proudly explain their sanitation procedures.
But when the health inspector enters the kitchen, he discovers spoiled food, dirty equipment, and serious violations.
The certificates and advertisements mean very little because the actual condition of the restaurant contradicts its claims.
In a similar way, religious claims mean little when our lives consistently contradict God’s Word.
Application
This passage speaks directly to Christians today.
We may possess Bibles.
Attend worship services.
Teach Sunday school.
Serve in church leadership.
And speak confidently about biblical doctrine.
But do our lives demonstrate the truth we profess?
Do we practice honesty?
Do we show compassion?
Do we treat people fairly?
Do we control our words?
Do we demonstrate integrity when no one is watching?
The world is observing our conduct.
And our behavior can either strengthen or weaken our Christian witness.
Our testimony is not measured merely by what we say about Jesus Christ, but also by how faithfully we live before others.
V. God Desires a Changed Heart, Not Merely Outward Religion (Romans 2:25–29)
Paul concludes the chapter by discussing circumcision.
For Jewish men, circumcision was the physical sign of God’s covenant with Abraham.
It represented an important aspect of their religious identity.
But Paul explains that the outward sign was never intended to replace inward obedience.
Outward Signs Are Not Enough
Romans 2:25 says:
“For circumcision verily profiteth, if thou keep the law: but if thou be a breaker of the law, thy circumcision is made uncircumcision.”
Paul is not denying the historical significance of circumcision.
He is explaining that possessing a covenant sign does not excuse disobedience.
An outward religious symbol cannot substitute for a heart that belongs to God.
The Circumcision of the Heart
Romans 2:28–29 says:
“For he is not a Jew, which is one outwardly; neither is that circumcision, which is outward in the flesh:”
“But he is a Jew, which is one inwardly; and circumcision is that of the heart, in the spirit, and not in the letter; whose praise is not of men, but of God.”
Paul emphasizes the importance of inward spiritual reality.
True devotion to God cannot be reduced to external ceremonies.
God desires hearts that have been transformed by His grace.
This language also echoes Old Testament passages such as Deuteronomy 10:16 and 30:6, where God calls His people to circumcision of the heart.
The Difference Between Religion and Regeneration
There is a difference between practicing religion and experiencing spiritual regeneration.
Religion may involve attending services.
Observing traditions.
Participating in ceremonies.
And following established customs.
Those activities may have value when they express genuine faith.
But they cannot create spiritual life.
Only God can transform the human heart.
Illustration: The Wedding Ring
A wedding ring is a meaningful symbol.
It represents a marriage covenant.
But wearing a wedding ring does not automatically make someone a faithful spouse.
A person can wear the ring while being unfaithful to the marriage.
The outward symbol is meaningful only when it corresponds to the inward commitment.
In a similar way, religious ceremonies and practices are meaningful when they express genuine faith.
But they cannot replace a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Application
Have you experienced genuine salvation?
Or are you depending upon religious activities?
Perhaps you were baptized as a child.
Perhaps you joined a church many years ago.
Maybe you have attended worship services faithfully.
Those things may be important parts of your religious experience.
But the essential question is this:
Have you personally trusted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior?
Has God changed your heart?
Do you recognize your sin and your need for His grace?
Are you trusting in Christ rather than your own goodness?
God is not impressed by religious appearances when the heart remains unchanged. He desires genuine faith that produces a transformed life.
Conclusion: The Gospel Is for Religious People Too
As we come to the end of Romans chapter 2, I want us to remember the larger argument Paul is making.
In Romans 1, he described the rebellion of humanity against God.
He exposed idolatry, immorality, and the rejection of divine truth.
Then, in Romans 2, he turns toward those who consider themselves morally or religiously superior.
And he reminds them that they also stand accountable before God.
The openly immoral person needs salvation.
But so does the respectable religious person.
The person who has never attended church needs salvation.
But so does the person who has attended church all his life.
The person who openly rejects God’s commandments needs salvation.
But so does the person who knows those commandments and fails to obey them.
Why?
Because all of us are sinners.
None of us can make ourselves righteous through our own efforts.
None of us can earn salvation through religious activities.
And none of us can stand before a holy God on the basis of personal merit.
We need a Savior.
And that Savior is Jesus Christ.
Paul has taught us five important truths.
First, we must examine ourselves before condemning others.
Second, God judges every person with perfect impartiality.
Third, knowing God’s Word is not the same as obeying it.
Fourth, religious privilege cannot replace genuine righteousness.
And fifth, God desires a changed heart, not merely outward religion.
Now, let me ask you something.
If you stood before God today, what would you offer as the basis of your acceptance?
Would you point to your church membership?
Your baptism?
Your good works?
Your religious knowledge?
Your moral accomplishments?
Or would you point to Jesus Christ?
That is the difference between self-righteousness and saving faith.
Self-righteousness says, “Look at what I have done.”
Saving faith says, “Look at what Jesus Christ has done for me.”
The Gospel is not merely for people whose sins are obvious.
It is for everyone.
Because everyone needs the grace of God.
Perhaps you have never trusted Jesus Christ as Savior.
You may have been involved in church for many years.
You may know the Bible.
You may be respected in your community.
But if you have never personally turned to Christ in repentance and faith, you still need salvation.
Jesus Christ died upon the cross for your sins.
He rose from the grave.
And He offers forgiveness and eternal life to everyone who believes in Him.
Come to Him today.
And for those of us who already know Christ, Romans 2 gives us a challenge.
Let us examine our own hearts.
Let us reject spiritual pride.
Let us practice what we preach.
And let us live with humility, gratitude, and obedience.
Because the Christian life is not about proving that we are better than other people.
It is about demonstrating the transforming power of God’s grace.
Amen.
6. Closing Invitation
As we prepare to sing Just As I Am, I want to invite you to respond to what God has spoken to your heart.
Perhaps you have never trusted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior.
You may have attended church for many years.
You may have participated in religious activities.
You may have tried to live a good life.
But none of those things can remove your sin.
Only Jesus Christ can save you.
He died for your sins.
He rose from the grave.
And He offers forgiveness and eternal life to everyone who turns to Him in repentance and faith.
Perhaps you are already a Christian, but God has shown you areas of hypocrisy or spiritual pride.
Maybe you have been quick to criticize others while overlooking your own failures.
Perhaps you have been relying too heavily upon religious habits rather than cultivating a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ.
Whatever the Lord is speaking to your heart, respond to Him today.
7. Invitation Prayer
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the truth of Your Word.
You have reminded us that You are a righteous Judge who sees beyond outward appearances.
You know our hearts.
You know our motives.
And You know our need for Your grace.
Forgive us for the times we have judged others while excusing our own sins.
Forgive us when we have placed confidence in religious activities rather than in Jesus Christ.
Help us walk humbly before You.
Teach us to practice what we preach.
And transform our lives through the power of Your Holy Spirit.
For anyone who has never trusted Jesus Christ as Savior, I pray that today would be the day of salvation.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen.
8. Benediction
Romans 2:4 (KJV)
“Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?”
May the Lord fill your hearts with gratitude for His goodness, patience, and mercy.
Go into the world with humility, examining your own hearts, practicing the truth of God’s Word, and demonstrating the grace of Jesus Christ.
And may your lives bring honor and glory to our Lord and Savior.
Amen.
9. Sermon Outline for the Bulletin
The Righteous Judgment of God: Why Religious People Also Need the Gospel
Central Truth: God looks beyond our religious appearance and examines the condition of our hearts. Every person needs the righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ.
| Sermon Point | Scripture |
| I. We Must Examine Ourselves Before Condemning Others | Romans 2:1–5 |
| II. God Judges Every Person with Perfect Impartiality | Romans 2:6–11 |
| III. Knowing God’s Word Is Not the Same as Obeying It | Romans 2:12–16 |
| IV. Religious Privilege Cannot Replace Genuine Righteousness | Romans 2:17–24 |
| V. God Desires a Changed Heart, Not Merely Outward Religion | Romans 2:25–29 |
Take-Home Truth: Religious knowledge and outward ceremonies cannot save us. We need the righteousness that comes through faith in Jesus Christ.
10. Questions for Reflection and Discussion
- Why is it often easier to recognize the sins of others than to acknowledge our own?
- What does Paul mean when he says that God’s judgment is according to truth?
- How does God’s patience demonstrate His desire for sinners to repent?
- What does it mean that God shows no respect of persons?
- Why does knowing God’s commandments not automatically make someone righteous?
- What role does the human conscience play in moral responsibility?
- How can religious knowledge become a source of spiritual pride?
- Why is hypocrisy especially damaging to the Christian witness?
- What does Paul mean by circumcision of the heart?
- How can we distinguish between outward religious activity and genuine saving faith?
11. Pastoral Teaching Notes
Romans 2 continues Paul’s argument concerning humanity’s universal need for salvation.
Several themes deserve careful attention.
First, Romans 2:1–5 condemns hypocritical judgment. Paul is not forbidding all moral discernment. He is exposing the inconsistency of those who condemn sin in others while practicing it themselves.
Second, Romans 2:4 emphasizes God’s kindness and patience. Divine patience should never be mistaken for indifference toward sin. God’s goodness is intended to lead sinners toward repentance.
Third, Romans 2:6–11 teaches the impartiality of divine judgment. God judges according to truth and righteousness. This does not contradict justification by faith. Paul is establishing the standard of divine judgment before demonstrating that all humanity falls short of that standard.
Fourth, Romans 2:12–16 discusses the relationship between the Mosaic Law, conscience, and human accountability. Gentiles who did not possess the written law still demonstrated moral awareness through conscience. However, conscience is not an infallible guide and does not provide salvation apart from Jesus Christ.
Fifth, Romans 2:17–24 addresses the danger of religious privilege without obedience. The Jewish people possessed extraordinary spiritual blessings, including God’s revealed law. Yet those privileges did not exempt them from accountability. The same principle warns Christians against relying upon church membership, religious knowledge, or outward respectability.
Sixth, Romans 2:25–29 distinguishes outward religious identity from inward spiritual reality. Paul emphasizes that genuine devotion to God involves the heart. Religious ceremonies cannot replace the transforming work of God’s Spirit.
Seventh, Romans 2 must be understood in the context of Romans 1–3. Paul is building toward the conclusion that all humanity stands guilty before God. His purpose is to demonstrate the universal need for the righteousness that God provides through faith in Jesus Christ.
A memorable sentence for the sermon:
Religion can change our outward appearance, but only Jesus Christ can change the human heart.
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Dr. Alan Holden has served in pastoral ministry for more than 35 years, preaching and teaching the Bible in churches across the United States. He holds a Doctor of Ministry from Luther Rice Seminary and a Master of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Through What’s It Mean?, he seeks to help readers understand the meaning of Scripture and grow in their walk with Christ. He is currently the pastor of Lake Saunders Baptist Church in Tavares, FL.