Last week, we learned that Israel stumbled over Jesus because they continued to pursue righteousness through their own works rather than pursuing it by faith. Paul points out that Israel's zeal for God was there, but it was worthless without knowledge of Jesus Christ. Paul also argues that we don't need to do extraordinary works to obtain our salvation, instead "that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved". And anyone believe with their hearts will obtain righteousness and whoever confesses with their mouths will be saved. That is indeed the good news.
We will continue with Romans this week - same time, same place, same channel. Jason and Niki will bring food.
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