Category Archives: Romans

A Liturgy for the Local Church

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Pete

Often, I read Paul’s letter to the Romans through only the lens of a “great theological treatise” and forget it was written to a group of people. When I do this, I can take such pleasure in dotting theological i’s … Continue reading →

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An Antidote for The Wine of Confusion (2009 Rerun)

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Pete

This morning, in my reading plan it’s the combination of reading Psalm 60 and the latter part of Romans 8 which is so impactful. Of having “O God, You have rejected us” and “If God is for us, who can … Continue reading →

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Strengthened According to the Gospel

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Pete

Two passages from two different readings come together this morning to ignite praise, to prime the pump of gratitude. O God, from my youth You have taught me,       and I still proclaim Your wondrous deeds.So even to old age and gray … Continue reading →

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Prepared Beforehand for Glory

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Pete

To be honest, sometimes it can be a bit difficult reading Romans 9. While I’d expect nothing less in a god who is truly God than that He would be incomprehensible and sovereign, some of the implications of incomprehensible sovereignty … Continue reading →

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No Giving Up

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Pete

Hovering over the “God gave them up” passage in Romans 1 this morning. And thinking that if we “cherry pick” it we may be missing out on some pretty humbling but extremely encouraging fruit. Cherry picking. You know, selecting just … Continue reading →

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In the Lord

Posted on March 22, 2024 by Pete

Identity. For those who have ears to hear, there’s a lot of talk these days about identity. Who we are. What we is. As I wrap up Romans this morning, a couple of short, repeated phrases remind me of my … Continue reading →

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Love Unfeigned

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Pete

According to my handy-dandy online lexicon, the four word command-to-obey which catches my attention this morning, is but two words in the original. Continuing to read in Romans 12 this morning. After 11 chapters of intense theology, Paul shifts (as … Continue reading →

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In Christ Jesus (2014 Remix)

Posted on March 8, 2024 by Pete

I’d almost defy any blood-bought believer to sit down with Romans 8, read it in one thoughtful sitting, and not be in a different place when they finish the chapter from where they were when they began it. It is … Continue reading →

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Released in Order to Serve

Posted on March 6, 2024 by Pete

Released from the law (Romans 6:6a). Catches my attention. Commence chewing. Freed from what once held us captive. Delivered from that which once held dominion. Its force forfeited. Its power put away. Its condemnation conquered. We have been released from … Continue reading →

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Obedient from the Heart

Posted on March 5, 2024 by Pete

It’s almost 46 years later and I still remember a conversation in an old pickup truck as I was being driven to a beach party where we were gathering with other “college and career” folks from our small church. I … Continue reading →

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