

Day 341 (Romans 1-3) - Year 6
6 snips Dec 7, 2024
Discover the dynamics of the early church as Aquila and Priscilla return to Rome, grappling with Gentile inclusion. Dive into Paul's deep longing to connect, highlighting the urgency of the gospel and the dangers of idolatry. Explore profound insights on grace and judgment, revealing that everyone needs God's grace regardless of ethnicity. Learn about the purpose of the law and how true transformation relies more on faith than on legalistic practices. It's a fascinating journey through pivotal themes in Romans!
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The Roman Church
- Paul met Aquila and Priscilla, tent-making missionaries, in Corinth.
- They had been expelled from Italy for being Jewish but later returned to a changed church in Rome.
Gospel's Unifying Power
- The influx of Gentiles in the Roman church caused division and frustration.
- Paul addresses this issue in his letter, emphasizing the gospel's unifying power.
Apostleship
- Paul calls believers in Rome "apostles," raising questions about the term's meaning.
- Scholars debate whether apostleship is for all believers, a gift for few, or ended in the first century.