The Roman Road

28/09/2025 56 min
The Roman Road

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Episode Synopsis

Introduction: Overview and Importance of Romans


Introduction to the "Roman Road" concept and a year-long study of the book of Romans.​


Arguments for the authority, unity, and doctrinal richness of Scripture, especially Romans.​


Encouragement to meditate on God’s Word for spiritual success.​


Romans: A Test and a Tool


The message as both a personal faith “test” and an evangelistic “tool”.​


Self-examination according to biblical standards and the need for personal assurance of salvation.​


The Roman Road: Evangelistic Sequence


Definition and significance of “The Roman Road” as a method of explaining the Gospel using Romans.​


Highlighting the need for biblical absolutes and the dangers of moral relativism.​


1. The Problem


All have sinned (Romans 3:10, 3:23): universal sinfulness of humanity, illustrated through Scripture and life examples.​


2. The Consequences


The wages of sin is death (Romans 6:23): both spiritual and physical death as the result of sin, spiritual alienation from God.​


3. The Provision


God’s love and Christ’s sacrifice (Romans 5:8): God sent Jesus to die for sinners, offering redemption as a gift.​


4. The Promise


Salvation through confession and belief (Romans 10:9-10): faith leads to righteousness and transformation; true belief results in changed life and behavior.​


Example of Zacchaeus as a model of life change upon meeting Jesus.​


5. The Result


Justification and peace with God (Romans 5:1; 8:1): assurance of salvation, no condemnation, freedom from guilt, opportunity for continued spiritual growth and repentance.​


Application and Invitation


Emphasis on personal evangelism; statistics on people coming to Christ through relationships.​


The “Good Person Test” based on the Ten Commandments to emphasize universal need for grace.​


Practical invitation to accept Christ’s free gift and assurance of salvation.​


Conclusion: Prayer and Commitment


Leading the congregation in a prayer of repentance and faith.​


Encouragement to live as new creations in Christ and to support and pray for new believers.