Paul: A Sent One — An Apostle | Romans 1:1–7 In Romans 1:1–7, Paul introduces himself as “a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God.” Before Paul begins unfolding the great doctrines of the book of Romans, he establishes the identity, calling, message, and purpose of the man through whom God revealed this gospel. This message walks through Romans 1:1–7 using five foundational truths about the Gospel of God: The Promise, The Person, The Power, The Proclamation, and The Peace. We begin with THE PROMISE of the Gospel of God—a gospel that was “promised afore by his prophets in the holy scriptures.” The gospel of God was not disconnected from the Old Testament Scriptures. The Scriptures testified of Christ, and the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ were witnessed beforehand through prophecy, types, and shadows. Yet the truth contained in those Scriptures was not fully understood until God revealed it. We examine the distinction between what was prophesied and what was understood, and why it is essential to allow the Bible to define the word “gospel” according to its context. From there, we consider THE PERSON of the Gospel of God—“his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.” Jesus Christ is both the eternal Son of God and the promised Seed of David, made according to the flesh. Romans 1:3 establishes the humanity of Christ without diminishing His deity: the One who is eternally the Son was made of the seed of David according to the flesh. Then we examine THE POWER of the Gospel. Jesus Christ was declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead. The resurrection demonstrates who Christ is and establishes the power of the gospel to bring salvation to those who believe. As Paul later declares, “it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth.” The message then moves to THE PROCLAMATION of the Gospel of God. Paul received “grace and apostleship” for the obedience of faith among all nations. His ministry was uniquely connected with taking the message of God’s grace to the Gentiles. We examine the scope of this proclamation, the calling of believers, and the significance of Paul’s apostleship and ministry. Finally, we come to THE PEACE of the Gospel of God—“Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.” The grace of God produces peace with God. Through justification by faith, the believer is no longer God’s enemy but has peace with Him, reconciliation through Christ, and deliverance from the wrath to come. Romans 1:1–7 therefore gives us a powerful foundation for understanding the Gospel of God: promised in the Scriptures, centered in the Person of Jesus Christ, empowered through His resurrection, proclaimed among all nations, and resulting in peace with God. 📖 Romans 1:1–7 🎙️ Pastor Blade Sbisa — Living Faith Saint Louis 🌐 LFSTL.church Thanks for listening to the Living Faith St. Louis podcast. This episode is part of our weekly sermon ministry from Pastor Blade Sbisa, with occasional guest speakers and special series. For more information, visit the LFSTL website.