Romans Thematic Study Day 3

Romans 2

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Contemplation (verse 29): By saying this Paul sets aside everything which is merely of the body. For the circumcision is external, and so are the sabbaths, the sacrifices and the purifications…. The Gentile who does right is more praiseworthy than the Jew who breaks the law. When this is agreed upon, the circumcision of the flesh must be set aside, and the need for a good life is everywhere demonstrated. (+ St John Chrysostom)

Personal Reflection: Do we seek true repentance and let the Holy Spirit transform our inner life rather than repeating outwardly ‘traditions’?

Bible Knowledge Question: What does St Paul say is the true sign of belonging to God’s people?

Prayer: Dear Lord, teach us to examine the posture of our hearts to know if we are righteous. Not just count how many rituals have been done that day, week or year as if completing a checklist