Romans

For Christians This Is Explosive

For Christians This Is Explosive

Romans 1:16-17 is one of the most powerful declarations in Scripture. Paul boldly writes, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith, as it is written, ‘But the righteous man shall live by faith.’”

Paul makes it clear that the gospel is not just good news—it is power. The Greek word he uses for “power” is dunamis, which is where we get our English word “dynamite.” This means the gospel is explosive. It has the power to break the chains of sin, transform hearts, and bring people into a right relationship with God. Nothing else in this world has that kind of power. For Christians this is explosive!

For Christians This Is Explosive Power

Paul declares that the gospel is “the power of God for salvation.” No philosophy, no self-help system, and no amount of good deeds can bring salvation. Only the gospel—the truth that Jesus died and rose again—has the power to save.

Before Paul met Jesus, he was a religious man. He followed the law, studied the Scriptures, and tried to earn righteousness. But none of that saved him. Only when he encountered the risen Christ did he experience the power of salvation. That’s why he wasn’t ashamed of the gospel. He knew firsthand that it could transform lives.

This is still true today. Many try to fix themselves through effort, but the gospel is the only thing that truly changes people. The moment we believe in Jesus, God’s power works in us, making us new. That is why Paul preached the gospel boldly and why we must share it with confidence.

Explosive Faith

Paul quotes Habakkuk 2:4 when he says, “The righteous man shall live by faith.” This Old Testament verse shows that salvation has always been through faith. Even before Jesus came, God made it clear that righteousness was not about works but about trusting Him.

Habakkuk lived in a time of great trouble. Evil surrounded him, and he cried out to God for justice. God’s answer was simple: “The righteous will live by faith.” This means that no matter what happens, those who trust in God will find life.

Paul connects this Old Testament truth to the gospel. From the beginning, God’s plan was for people to be saved through faith, not by trying to be good enough. Jesus fulfilled this plan by dying for our sins and rising again, offering salvation to all who believe.

This is the foundation of Christianity. Other religions say, “Work harder, do more, and maybe you’ll be accepted.” The gospel says, “Believe in Jesus, and you will be saved.” That’s what makes Christianity different. That’s what makes the gospel explosive.

If the gospel is this powerful, why would we ever be ashamed of it? Paul wasn’t, and neither should we be. The world needs this message, and we have been given the mission to share it.

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Do We Need God’s Rules?

Do We Need God’s Rules?

In Romans 2:15, Paul writes about how God’s laws are already written on our hearts. This passage brings up a good question: Do we need God’s rules? After all, don’t we already know right from wrong? Do we need to read the Ten Commandments to know we shouldn’t steal or lie? In this study, we’ll explore why God’s rules matter, what our conscience does, and why we can’t ignore the guilt that comes from wrongdoing.

1. God’s Rules Are Written on Our Hearts

Romans 2:15 tells us that even people who don’t know God’s law still have His rules written in their hearts. When we feel guilty after lying or ashamed after cheating, that’s our conscience reminding us of God’s rules. This inner feeling, given by God, nudges us back in the right direction. So, do we need God’s rules? Yes, because they remind us of His standards, but God’s law is also imprinted within us to guide us toward living right.

When we read the Ten Commandments, we see rules like “Do not steal” or “Do not commit adultery.” But most of us don’t need someone to tell us these things are wrong. Why? Because God has already given each of us a conscience. It’s that little voice in our hearts that reminds us when we’ve done something wrong, and it helps us feel guilt or shame. Those feelings guide us toward making better choices, but they don’t come from nowhere. They’re there because of God’s law in our hearts.

2. Ignoring Our Conscience Has Consequences

When we go against what our conscience tells us, it hurts our relationship with God and others. If we ignore that inner voice long enough, we risk “callousing” over our hearts. Just like calloused skin stops feeling pain, a calloused heart stops feeling guilt or shame. But does that mean we’ve erased God’s rules from our hearts? Not at all. God’s rules don’t disappear just because we’ve stopped feeling bad for breaking them.

Romans 2:15 reminds us that even if we no longer feel bad about our choices, we’ll still face God’s judgment. It’s like driving with a broken speedometer. Just because you can’t see the speed doesn’t mean the speed limit doesn’t apply. Ignoring guilt doesn’t make the consequences go away; it only makes us less sensitive to God’s guidance.

3. Given Out of Love

So, why do we need God’s rules? They aren’t just a list of do’s and don’ts to make us feel guilty. God gives us these guidelines because He loves us and wants what’s best for us. When we follow His ways, we live in a way that pleases Him and brings us peace. God’s rules help us understand His character, and following them brings us closer to Him.

Romans 2:15 shows us that we don’t have to read the Bible to know that certain things are wrong; God has made His truth clear in our hearts. But reading His Word keeps our hearts sensitive to what pleases Him.

Conclusion: Do We Need God’s Rules?

Do we need God’s rules? Yes, because even though He’s written them on our hearts, they’re there to help guide us closer to Him. Ignoring our conscience and pushing aside guilt only damages our hearts and our relationship with God. His rules exist to protect us and lead us to a life of peace, truth, and love. God loves us so much that He gave us a conscience to help us feel the weight of wrongdoing so that we can choose to turn back to Him.

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