Rev. Peter Everett

Romans 1:1-7

1st Person Paraphrase: Summary of 1:1-7
Dear Christians in Rome,
Let me introduce myself. I am Paul, a divinely called apostle of the gospel of God promised in the prophets. It tells about Jesus Christ, the descendant of David and the Son of God. He has commissioned me to evangelize the Gentiles. May God's grace and peace rest on all of you in Rome.

I.Paul Introduces Himself (v. 1)
A.Slave of Jesus Christ
B.Apostle by Divine Calling
C.Set Apart for The Gospel

II.Message and Mission (vv. 2-6)
A.The Gospel (vv. 2-4)
B.The Task (vv. 5-6)

III.Greetings to Rome (v. 7)
A.Beloved
B.Saints
C.Grace and Peace