“Jewish Advantages” - Romans 3:1-20

Year of the Gospel

“Jewish Advantages”

Romans 3:1-20

Striking a blow against Jewish presumptions on the grace of God leads to sarcastic objections about whether Paul even believes there are benefits within Judaism. He responds by connecting the gospel to the character of God Himself and showing the true purpose of the Law—to cause men to cry out to God for mercy.

1.   The Gospel Defended

·      God’s Revelation (vv.1, 2)

·      God’s Faithfulness (vv.3, 4)

·      God’s Justice (vv.5, 6)

·      God’s Glory (vv.7, 8)

2.   The Law Demonstrated

·      Breadth of Sin (vv.9-12, 18)

·      Depth of Sin (vv.13-17)

·      Verdict on Sin (vv.19, 20)