Course outline
- Introduction to the letter to the Romans
Who wrote the letter to the Romans, when, and to whom? Before studying the text, we need to know its author, the Church that received it and the diversity of its readers.
4 min read
- Jews and Christians in Paul's Rome
The readers of Romans lived in an empire that misunderstood them. Knowing their situation sheds light on the letter and teaches us how to live out our faith in today's world.
5 min read
- A study of Romans 1
The first chapter of Romans introduces Paul, summarises the gospel, then shows that humanity which turns away from God is without excuse. A verse-by-verse reading.
5 min read
- Matthew 16, on this rock
On what rock does Jesus build his Church? Peter himself, his confession of faith, or Christ? Three readings of Matthew 16:18, examined in the light of the New Testament.
5 min read
- The place of women in the Church
Two passages from Paul seem to require silence from women, while others show women active in ministry. How can we read these texts with honesty and care?
4 min read
Adapted from the Bible training course taught by Alexandre Hérault.