The David Spoon Experience 2-13-24 part 2

1) As we delve into the second chapter of Romans, starting with the first verse, Paul appears to be responding to his previous writings. He exclaims in the third person, in light of all that has been said, these individuals must be the most terrible. The irony lies in Paul's assertion that we commit the same actions as these people. He implies that we are just as culpable as they are. This applies to us as well, representing our state B. C., before Christ.

2) In a complete shift of tone, Paul asks, "Don't you realize how tolerant, patient, gracious, kind, and merciful God is with you?" He explains that God's tolerance, patience, grace, kindness, and mercy are evident in the time He gives us to repent. God doesn't owe us this time; He grants it because He is awesome, kind, gracious, giving, merciful, and full of love.

3) However, if we choose not to turn away from our sins, if we refuse to repent or change our direction and follow God's declarations, we, like everyone else, will have to pay the price. God will judge all people using His own righteousness as the standard. The conviction will come when people realize that they've committed a few good deeds and a multitude of bad ones, taking into account their thoughts, words, and actions. Eternal life will be granted to those who persist in doing what is right, seeking the glory, honor, and immortality that come solely from God through Jesus Christ.