Does it help in following the argument of these chapters to see the “dialogue” going on between Paul and imaginary interlocutors?
Is it clear that Rom 1:16-17 introduces the “theme” of the letter? Are there other verses that seem to perform that function?
What do you make of the “solution” to the problem of sin that Paul sketches in Rom 3:21-26? Is Paul clear and persuasive or does he make assumptions that we need to unpack?
Applying the Text:
Does it help in following the argument of these chapters to see the “dialogue” going on between Paul and imaginary interlocutors?
Is it clear that Rom 1:16-17 introduces the “theme” of the letter? Are there other verses that seem to perform that function?
Paul seems to want to catch all humanity in his indictment. Has he missed anyone? Where has he caught you?
What do you make of the “solution” to the problem of sin that Paul sketches in Rom 3:21-26? Is Paul clear and persuasive or does he make assumptions that we need to unpack?