Romans 1:16-17 (Part 3) Paul's Heartbeat

Paul’s theme—1:16-17

• The attitude of the proclaimer of the gospel, v. 16a—he was eager (v. 15). Why? v. 16a

• The characteristic of the proclamation, vv. 16b-17.

o Its potency, v. 16b

o Its revelation, v. 17

 Righteousness of God

a) The kind He is

b) The kind He gives

 Righteousness of man

 Why is the distinction important?

1. Concentration on man’s righteousness causes one to overlook God’s. Romans 10:1-3

2. Man’s righteousness has no purchasing power with God.

3. God’s righteousness has a unique capability; it is communicable.

The just shall live by faith

• Habakkuk 2:4--the initial use

• Romans 1:17—the RIGHTEOUS man shall live by faith

• Galatians 3:11—the righteous man shall LIVE by faith

• Hebrews 10:38—the righteous man shall live by FAITH