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An Exegetical Analysis Of Paul's Letter To The Romans

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Caroline Cooke
Prof. Azar
T/RS 121
1 May 2017
Essay #11
Paul sends a letter to the Romans, introducing himself and communicating his theological beliefs. Paul believes Jesus is the Jewish Messiah, but not all Jews put their faith in Jesus. In the letter, he warns the non-believing Jews that without faith in Jesus, salvation is not possible. True faith embodies both adherences to Torah laws as well as believing in the message the Torah provides. By refraining from idolatry and manifesting true faith, God will offer salvation through Jesus’ death as well as the spiritual rebirth of oneself and termination of previous sin.
According to Paul, humankind fails to honor and praise God. Rather than having faith in the immortal God, the Gentiles worship idols’ images (Romans 1:22). On the other hand, the Jews fail …show more content…

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