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Episode Title: The Benefits of Justification by Faith – Part One
Text: Romans 5:1–11

Welcome to this first part of our dive into Romans 5! Today, we begin unpacking the life-changing benefits that flow from being justified by faith. After laying the groundwork in the first four chapters, Paul now shifts to reveal what this justification means for our lives—right now and forever.

📖 Study Notes

✨ Big Idea:

Being justified by faith isn’t just a legal declaration—it’s the doorway into a new life with real, present, and future blessings.

✅ Key Benefits Explored in Part One:

1. Peace with God (v.1)
   We are no longer under God's wrath—we are at peace with Him. The war is over. This peace is not just inner calm but the end of hostility between us and God through Jesus.
2. Access into Grace (v.2)
   Justification ushers us into a standing of grace—permanent favour with God. We’re not just tolerated—we’re welcomed and blessed as beloved children.
3. Hope in the Glory of God—Even in Trials (vv.2–5)
   We can rejoice not only in the hope of future glory but even in present suffering, because suffering produces perseverance, character, and ultimately, a stronger hope grounded in God’s love.

❤️ God’s Love on Display (vv.6–8)

Christ died for us while we were still sinners. The greatest assurance of hope is God’s unshakable love demonstrated at the cross.

🔄 Past, Present, Future:

• Past – Our sins are forgiven.
• Present – We stand in grace.
• Future – We anticipate glory.

🙏 Reflect:

• Are you living with the confidence of peace with God?
• How do you respond to trials—do you see them as part of God’s refining work?
• What does it mean to “stand in grace” today?

Stay tuned for Part Two, where we’ll explore even more of the benefits and implications of being justified by faith!

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