In the third week of our Romans series scheduled through late 2026, we’ve arrived at the letter’s thesis statement. Pastor Brent explains “What the Gospel Does” (v. 16); “What the Gospel Is” (v. 17a); and “How the Gospel is Received” (v. 17b). Among his key lessons, he asserts that this short passage is intensely practical, driving us to trust in the power of God much like an ice skater (regardless of skill) trusts in the security of solid ice. He also defines “righteous” as both an attribute of and an action by God, and he points to Heb. 11 as a chapter which debunks the myth that salvation in the O.T. was by works. The righteousness of God is found in His Person (justice), His promises (faithfulness), and His power (justice and faithfulness applied to us).