6-15-25 Biblical-Literacy
Mark continued in Romans 4:1-9 with Paul’s focus on righteousness. Mark begins with Paul’s background, training, and the origin of the Pharisees. The sect was formed to ensure the preservation of the Jewish temple and religion.

Romans 4:1-9
Abraham was justified by faith apart from the law, so none get to boast. Jesus didn’t come to abolish the Torah, but to help others understand it.
God does the impossible Justifies the ungodly. God did not forgive the ungodly but transferred the guilt to Jesus. We are forgiven when we believe in Jesus' resurrection.

Rejoicing with King David
David speaks of the blessing of the one whom God counts as righteous.
Abraham was the father of all who believed, circumcised or uncircumcised.

Points for home
 The Bible speaks to our present age
 We worship a God who does the impossible
 We rightly rejoice

Listen to Mark explain why Paul should stun us all because of his grace, humility, and love of Christ.
He made a 180 degree turn from the traditional practices of the Pharisees to an apostle.