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[[File:The Conversion of St Paul by Nicolas-Bernard Lepicie, 1767.JPG|thumb|right|The Conversion of [[Saint Paul|St Paul]] by Nicolas-Bernard Lepicie, 1767.]]
[[File:The Conversion of St Paul by Nicolas-Bernard Lepicie, 1767.JPG|thumb|right|The Conversion of [[Saint Paul|St Paul]] by Nicolas-Bernard Lepicie, 1767.]]
The [[Saint Paul|Apostle Paul]]'s '''Epistle to the Romans''' (often referred to as simply "Romans") is the sixth book in the [[New Testament]],<ref>It is the 53rd book of the [[Orthodox Church|Eastern Orthodox]] [[Bible]], the 52nd of the [[Catholic Church|Catholic]] Bible, and 45th of the [[Protestantism|Protestant]] Bible. See [[Biblical Canon]].</ref> the first and longest (16 chapters) of what are commonly called the "Pauline [[Epistle]]s" (books of the Bible, originally letters, written by [[Paul]]). This Epistle's discussion of [[faith]] appears based on the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]], of which Paul likely had a copy. Often-cited verses include {{bibleref|Romans|8|28}}, 3:23, 5:8, 6:23, 10:9, and 12:1-2.
The [[Saint Paul|Apostle Paul]]'s '''Epistle to the Romans''' (often referred to as simply "Romans") is the sixth book in the [[New Testament]],<ref>It is the 53rd book of the [[Orthodox Church|Eastern Orthodox]] [[Bible]], the 52nd of the [[Catholic Church|Catholic]] Bible, and 45th of the [[Protestantism|Protestant]] Bible. See [[Biblical Canon]].</ref> the first and longest (16 chapters) of what are commonly called the "Pauline [[Epistle]]s" (books of the Bible, originally letters, written by [[Paul]]). This Epistle's discussion of [[faith]] appears based on the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]], of which Paul likely had a copy. Often-cited verses include {{bibleref|Romans|8|28}}, 3:23, 5:8, 6:23, 10:9, and 12:1-2.
The Epistle to the Romans possesses several key theological themes, including the [[righteousness]] and [[holiness]] of God as revealed in the gospel. It also has an emphasis on mankind's universal need for [[salvation]] due to [[sin]] and the effects of sin. The book also focuses on [[justification]] by [[faith]], the work of the [[Holy Spirit]] in [[sanctification]], and [[Sovereignty of God|God's sovereignty]] in fulfilling his promises. In addition, it explores themes of salvation history, such as the role of [[Israel]] in God's divine plan, and the practical outworking of the [[Christianity|Christian]] [[faith]] and [[gospel]] in Christian life.<ref>
*[https://enterthebible.org/courses/romans/lessons/theological-themes-in-romans Theological Themes in Romans]
*[https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-romans/ The Book of Romans], The Bible Project
*[https://dalelopez.wordpress.com/2016/10/17/the-book-of-romans-theological-themes/ The Book of Romans: Theological Themes]
*[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/course/introduction-to-romans/#overview Introduction to Romans], The Gospel Coalition
*[https://hail.to/laidlaw-college/publication/6T1wgcj/article/X6IJsqo Holiness in Romans: An Essential Ingredient for Effective Mission]
*[https://redeemedmind.com/2020/10/01/the-christian-life-romans-12/#:~:text=The%20renewed%20mind%20that%20Paul,In%201%20Cor. The Christian Life – Romans 12]
*[https://www.gracebibleva.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/romans:-the-life-changing-power-of-the-gospel Romans: The Life Changing Power of the Gospel]
*[https://www.google.com/search?q=what+are+the+theological+themes+of+romans&oq=what+&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgAEEUYJxg7MggIABBFGCcYOzIGCAEQRRg7MgYIAhBFGDsyBggDEEUYOTIGCAQQRRhBMgYIBRBFGD0yBggGEEUYPTIGCAcQLhhA0gEIMTU2N2owajSoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 What are the theological themes of Romans?]</ref>
This powerful epistle is widely considered the most important letter in all of [[Christianity]]. '''''Many Christians would pick this letter "if they could only have one book of the Bible on a deserted island'''''," observes ''The New Student Bible''. The purpose of this Epistle is to preach to [[Roman]] Christians. Much of its focus is on doctrine, and some scholars believe that Paul was writing because the Romans did not understand the [[faith]].
This powerful epistle is widely considered the most important letter in all of [[Christianity]]. '''''Many Christians would pick this letter "if they could only have one book of the Bible on a deserted island'''''," observes ''The New Student Bible''. The purpose of this Epistle is to preach to [[Roman]] Christians. Much of its focus is on doctrine, and some scholars believe that Paul was writing because the Romans did not understand the [[faith]].