Paul argues that sin highlights God's glory but doesn't justify sinning. Salvation is through faith, not works, for all are sinful. God's justice and mercy are perfect.

Jews had the advantage of preserving God's Word, with meticulous copying by Levites. Balance scripture study with the Spirit's guidance. God's faithfulness is constant.

Paul and Shawn teach that true spirituality is an inward transformation led by God's Spirit, not external rituals. Genuine faith involves love, obedience, and a circumcised heart.

Paul critiques Jewish hypocrisy in Rome, stressing that both Jews and Gentiles are guilty of sin. True faith is shown through humility, love, and actions, not just law or claims.

Shawn's teaching on Romans 2:12-16 highlights God's impartial judgment, the moral law in Gentiles' hearts, antinomianism, and justification by faith, urging genuine practice.

Shawn emphasizes God's impartial judgment, highlighting hypocrisy in condemning others, and stresses that God's goodness leads to repentance. True faith is shown by good deeds.

Shawn clarifies Romans 1:27 addresses consensual adult male homosexuality, not pedophilia, emphasizing humility, gratitude, and God's grace over judgment and sin.

Paul and Shawn discuss humanity's spiritual decline due to idolatry, emphasizing the rejection of God for creation, leading to moral decay. Idolatry is prioritizing anything over God.

Paul's teaching in Romans 1:18-32 shows a world without the Gospel falls into sin, facing God's wrath. Shawn emphasizes reading Scripture fully, understanding God's wrath as a response to sin, not revenge, and highlights free will and grace over law.

The Gospel is God's power and righteousness, offering salvation through Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. Faith, not works, is essential for salvation, bridging humanity's sinfulness with God's holiness.