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It’s All About Jesus

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 16: 17-27 We see Paul continue his thanks to the many that have helped him in his ministry. We also see some final exhortations. Avoid those that cause division and offenses, they aren’t serving the Gospel, they … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Jesus, Life, Paul, Romans

Say Thank You

Posted on October 17, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 16: 1-16 This passage doesn’t seem like much at first. But in reality, it’s very important, at least it always has been to me. Paul in conclusion in this letter begins saying thank you. He greets and … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Paul, Romans, Thank You

Those of us Who Have been Blessed

Posted on October 16, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 15: 22-33 We see Paul giving a little of his itinerary today to the Romans. He very much would like to go to Rome to visit with the believers there. But first, he must return to Jerusalem … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Blessed, Give, Paul, Romans

Patience with Others

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 15: 1-6 It’s easy to get tired and sick of those that we feel like “don’t get it.”  It can be annoying and can get on our nerves. But look at what scripture says today; those who … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Grace, Patience, Paul, Romans

All Will Be Well

Posted on September 30, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 11: 1-10 Paul continues wrestling with the tension between God’s eternal covenant with His people and the truth that salvation comes through faith.  He is holding these two together. God will not forget His people.  Salvation comes … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Romans, Salvation

Posted on September 10, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 5: 12-21 In today’s passage, we see Paul contrast Jesus and Adam.  Through Adam, sin entered the world. Through the fall, all humans have original sin and that their sinful actions deserve punishment.  That is the way … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Adam, Grace, Jesus, Romans, Sin

Faith Leads to Righteousness

Posted on September 6, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 4: 13-25 Now Paul is stressing his next point.  He’s such a good lawyer; his training shows itself over and over in Romans.  We now all agree that what made Abraham righteous was not his religious actions … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Faith, Paul, Righteousness, Romans

Signs of the Covenant

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 4: 1-12 Today we see Paul talking about Abraham’s faith being what made him righteous. But we also see a bit of the conversation shift towards circumcision.  Why is this significant?  Paul walks us through Abraham’s call, … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Baptism, circumcision, Covenant, Paul, Romans

All

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 3: 21-31 We see this radical equality today.  We see that all stand condemned, for all have fallen short of the glory of God.  All have.  I have.  You have.  God shows no partiality.  Everyone has fallen … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Equality, Grace, Law, Romans, Sin

Grace is the Path Forward

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Andy Stoddard

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Today’s reading is Romans 3: 9-20 Paul continues down the path of showing that all are sinful.  You may be thinking, why does Paul keep going here?  What is he trying to tell us?  Part of the struggle that Paul is … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections, Rooted Tagged Grace, Religion, Romans, Sin

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