Lutheran Lens Commentary: Romans 6:1-11
We read Romans 6:1-11 through the critical lens of Law and Gospel. The passage begins with a rhetorical question that reveals the natural inclination of the old Adam to abuse grace. The Law exposes this sinful tendency, but the Gospel shines forth as Paul declares that we are baptized into Christ's
This is a churchwiseai commentary on justification by faith alone and baptismal identity for pastor, drawing on Romans 6:1-11.
Lutheran Lens Reading of Romans 6:1-11 Tradition-Specific Interpretation We read Romans 6:1-11 through the critical lens of Law and Gospel. The passage begins with a rhetorical question that reveals the natural inclination of the old Adam to abuse grace. The Law exposes this sinful tendency, but the Gospel shines forth as Paul declares that we are baptized into Christ's death and resurrection.…
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