Romans 1:3
Verse
Context
Paul Greets the Saints in Rome
2the gospel He promised beforehand through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures,3regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh,4and who through the Spirit of holiness was declared with power to be the Son of God by His resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord.
Sermons






Summary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Concerning his Son - That is, the Gospel relates every thing concerning the conception, birth, preaching, miracles, passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ, who was of the seed-royal, being, as far as his humanity was considered, the son of David, and then the only rightful heir to the Israelitish throne.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord--the grand burden of this "Gospel of God." made of the seed of David--as, according to "the holy scriptures," He behooved to be. (See on Mat 1:1). according to the flesh--that is, in His human nature (compare Rom 9:5; Joh 1:14); implying, of course, that He had another nature, of which the apostle immediately proceeds to speak.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord,.... These words are in connection with "the Gospel of God", Rom 1:1, and express the subject matter of it, the Son of God, Jesus Christ our Lord; for Christ, as the Son of God, the Saviour of sinners, the only Mediator between God and men, who is Lord both of the dead and living, is the sum and substance of the Gospel: he is here described by his relation to God, his Son, of the same nature with him, equal to him, and distinct from him; by his usual names, "Jesus Christ", the one signifying a "Saviour", the other "anointed", and both, that he was anointed of God to be the Saviour of his people; and by his dominion over the saints our Lord, not merely by creation, but by redemption and grace, and happy is the person that can claim interest in him, as is here done; and by the distinction of natures in him: which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh; this respects Christ in his human nature, who was made flesh, and of a woman; and shows his existence before his incarnation, and the immediate power and hand of God in it; and which was done, not by transmutation of him into flesh, but by an assumption of human nature into union with his divine person: he is said to be made "of the seed of David"; this points out the family from whence he sprung; designs the posterity of David, particularly Mary; has regard to the promise made to David, which God fulfilled; and shows the royal descent of Christ: it is added, "according to the flesh"; that is, according to his human nature; which phrase does not denote the corruption, but the truth of that nature; and supposes that he had another nature, otherwise there would have been no need of this limiting and restrictive clause.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:3-4 In the Greek, these verses are in carefully structured parallel form; Paul might be quoting an early Christian creed or hymn about Jesus Christ as God’s Son in order to establish common ground with the Roman Christians, whom he had never visited. 1:3 In his earthly life (literally As regards the flesh): Paul often uses “flesh” (Greek sarx) to refer to bodily existence in this world (e.g., 4:1; 8:3). • Paul refers to King David’s family line because God promised that a descendant of David would be the Messiah and would be given an eternal kingdom (2 Sam 7:13-16; see Isa 9:7; Jer 33:15). Jesus was born into David’s line (Matt 1:6; Luke 1:27, 32), so he was qualified to fulfill God’s promise.
Romans 1:3
Paul Greets the Saints in Rome
2the gospel He promised beforehand through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures,3regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh,4and who through the Spirit of holiness was declared with power to be the Son of God by His resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord.
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Romans - Part 1
By Zac Poonen2.4K55:20RomansROM 1:3ROM 2:17ROM 3:9ROM 5:3ROM 6:4In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Romans and the theme of the gospel of God. He emphasizes that the gospel is not about us, but about Jesus, who was born as a descendant of David according to the flesh. The preacher highlights the importance of belief in experiencing the fullness of the gospel, stating that one's level of belief determines how much they will receive from it. He also emphasizes the foundational message of Romans, which is that all people are sinners and in need of God's grace.
Incarnation of Jesus
By Michael Koulianos2052:17Divine WisdomIncarnationGEN 3:15ROM 1:3Michael Koulianos emphasizes the significance of the Incarnation of Jesus, tracing its roots back to Genesis 3:15, where God first declares the coming of a Savior. He explains that Jesus, fully God and fully man, came to restore what was lost through Adam's sin, highlighting the divine wisdom in God's plan for salvation. Koulianos illustrates how Jesus' life, death, and resurrection fulfill the prophecies and promises made throughout Scripture, ultimately revealing the depth of God's love for humanity. He encourages believers to recognize the power of Jesus' name and the importance of understanding His dual nature as both divine and human. The sermon culminates in a call to worship and acknowledge the profound mystery of the Incarnation.
The Holy Spirit
By T. Austin-Sparks0The Role of the Holy SpiritHolinessDEU 22:10MAT 3:15JHN 14:26JHN 14:30ACT 1:5ROM 1:3T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit as the 'Spirit of Holiness', contrasting it with the unholy spirit represented by Satan. He discusses the misconceptions surrounding holiness, which often lead to bondage and confusion among believers, and stresses that true holiness is a powerful force against unrighteousness. Sparks illustrates how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live in victory over sin and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a distinct separation from the world's influences. He concludes by reminding that holiness is not a struggle to achieve but a gift from the Holy Spirit to those who are obedient and open to His leading.
Typified in the New Testament
By Martin Knapp0MAT 3:11MAT 8:2MAT 9:2MAT 9:20MAT 9:27MAT 9:34MRK 8:22LUK 14:14ROM 1:3HEB 13:121PE 1:2Martin Knapp preaches about the significance of the Bible as a double blessing, with the Old Testament paving the way for the New Testament, both inspired by the Holy Ghost and essential for salvation. He emphasizes the importance of not minimizing one testament over the other. Knapp discusses the double dispensations, authorship, nature, baptism, bodily resurrection, and healing, illustrating the need for a Double Cure in spiritual life.
The Seed
By H.J. Vine0GEN 3:15ISA 7:14MAT 1:21JHN 1:41ACT 13:23ROM 1:31CO 15:222TI 2:81JN 3:9H.J. Vine preaches about the significance of Jesus Christ being the Seed of David raised from the dead, fulfilling the promises of royal blessing and glory in the Old Testament. Jesus is designated as God, Jehovah, and the Messiah, securing divine kingship through His sacrifice, blood-shedding, and resurrection. The gospel of God's grace is proclaimed in His name, offering eternal forgiveness, justification, and new life to those who believe in Him. Through Christ, the Seed of David, who died for sinners and was raised for our justification, the glad tidings of salvation are heralded, based on the truth of Jesus Christ our Lord.
Jesus the Seed of the Woman
By Horatius Bonar0The Humanity of ChristRedemptionGEN 3:15ISA 53:3MAT 1:1MAT 1:16MRK 6:3LUK 3:23JHN 1:14ROM 1:3GAL 3:28HEB 2:14Horatius Bonar emphasizes the significance of Jesus as the Seed of the Woman, highlighting His dual nature as both fully human and fully divine. He traces Jesus' ancestry, showing His connections to humanity through a lineage that includes both Jews and Gentiles, the royal and the lowly, the holy and the imperfect. Bonar illustrates that Jesus' genealogy reflects God's plan for salvation, encompassing all nations and all types of people, thus making Him the Savior for everyone. He concludes that Jesus, being both man and God, is uniquely qualified to redeem humanity, sympathize with our struggles, and fulfill the divine purpose of salvation.
The Records of Jesus' Ancestors Matthew 1:1-17 Luke 3:23-38
By David Servant0GEN 5:1GEN 6:9GEN 9:18GEN 11:10GEN 17:5GEN 49:10MAT 1:1MAT 1:17LUK 3:23ROM 1:3David Servant preaches about the significance of the two lists of Jesus' ancestors in Matthew and Luke, explaining the differences in ancestry through Joseph and Mary, tracing back to Abraham and Adam. He emphasizes the importance of Jesus being a real historical figure and fulfilling Old Testament prophecies as the promised Messiah through His lineage. David also addresses the relevance of understanding our shared ancestry with biblical figures and the importance of learning about Jesus as both a historical person and the Son of God.
John Wesley's Explanatory Notes - Matthew 1
By John Wesley0Identity of JesusGenealogy of ChristISA 7:14MAT 1:1LUK 3:31JHN 1:14ROM 1:3GAL 3:16HEB 7:14John Wesley explains the genealogy of Jesus Christ as presented in Matthew 1, emphasizing its significance in establishing Jesus' rightful place as the Messiah from the lineage of David and Abraham. He notes that the genealogies serve to affirm the fulfillment of God's promises and the importance of Jesus' identity as both Savior and King. Wesley highlights the role of women in the genealogy and reflects on the nature of Christ as our mediator, prophet, and king, addressing our spiritual needs. He concludes with a reminder of the transient nature of human life and the eternal significance of being remembered by God.
United in Justification
By Michael Durham0ROM 1:3ROM 4:25ROM 6:3ROM 6:6ROM 8:341TI 3:16HEB 4:16Michael Durham preaches on the profound impact of our union with Christ in His death and resurrection. Through our identification with Jesus, we have died to sin and are no longer enslaved by its power. Just as we are united in His death, we are also united in His resurrection, experiencing newness of life. The resurrection of Jesus is not only His justification but also ours, as God declared Him righteous and now extends that righteousness to us. This truth liberates us from guilt, shame, self-righteousness, judgmentalism, and the need to earn salvation through our own efforts, as we now have the resurrected Jesus living in us, guiding us in sanctification.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Concerning his Son - That is, the Gospel relates every thing concerning the conception, birth, preaching, miracles, passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ, who was of the seed-royal, being, as far as his humanity was considered, the son of David, and then the only rightful heir to the Israelitish throne.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord--the grand burden of this "Gospel of God." made of the seed of David--as, according to "the holy scriptures," He behooved to be. (See on Mat 1:1). according to the flesh--that is, in His human nature (compare Rom 9:5; Joh 1:14); implying, of course, that He had another nature, of which the apostle immediately proceeds to speak.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord,.... These words are in connection with "the Gospel of God", Rom 1:1, and express the subject matter of it, the Son of God, Jesus Christ our Lord; for Christ, as the Son of God, the Saviour of sinners, the only Mediator between God and men, who is Lord both of the dead and living, is the sum and substance of the Gospel: he is here described by his relation to God, his Son, of the same nature with him, equal to him, and distinct from him; by his usual names, "Jesus Christ", the one signifying a "Saviour", the other "anointed", and both, that he was anointed of God to be the Saviour of his people; and by his dominion over the saints our Lord, not merely by creation, but by redemption and grace, and happy is the person that can claim interest in him, as is here done; and by the distinction of natures in him: which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh; this respects Christ in his human nature, who was made flesh, and of a woman; and shows his existence before his incarnation, and the immediate power and hand of God in it; and which was done, not by transmutation of him into flesh, but by an assumption of human nature into union with his divine person: he is said to be made "of the seed of David"; this points out the family from whence he sprung; designs the posterity of David, particularly Mary; has regard to the promise made to David, which God fulfilled; and shows the royal descent of Christ: it is added, "according to the flesh"; that is, according to his human nature; which phrase does not denote the corruption, but the truth of that nature; and supposes that he had another nature, otherwise there would have been no need of this limiting and restrictive clause.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:3-4 In the Greek, these verses are in carefully structured parallel form; Paul might be quoting an early Christian creed or hymn about Jesus Christ as God’s Son in order to establish common ground with the Roman Christians, whom he had never visited. 1:3 In his earthly life (literally As regards the flesh): Paul often uses “flesh” (Greek sarx) to refer to bodily existence in this world (e.g., 4:1; 8:3). • Paul refers to King David’s family line because God promised that a descendant of David would be the Messiah and would be given an eternal kingdom (2 Sam 7:13-16; see Isa 9:7; Jer 33:15). Jesus was born into David’s line (Matt 1:6; Luke 1:27, 32), so he was qualified to fulfill God’s promise.