The Letter to the Romans (The Bridge Bible Translation): Connecting the Biblical to the Contemporary World

For two millennia, the Letter to the Romans has changed lives and shaped human history. Often called the 'gospel in a nutshell,' Romans concisely answers some of the most basic religious questions that human beings have--how can a person have a right relationship with God, and how we should think and live in our daily lives? In this fresh and faithful version of the Letter to the Romans, you will discover answers to these crucial questions and much, much more:

What are the foundational realities about God, human beings, spirituality? How does a person live by faith, and what does the grace of God really mean? How does the power of God work in your life?  Can you have assurance of your salvation? If so, how? Can anything ever separate you from the love of God? How is God working to create a global community that is above and beyond national, political, personal, racial, social, cultural, and financial factors? How should believers view and handle their religious differences? The Letter to the Romans has shaped human history and transformed lives. Its truth is powerful and life-changing. You are encouraged to learn it by heart.

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"It [Romans] was as if a light of relief had come from all the anxiety that flooded into my heart. All the shadows of doubt were dispelled." -Augustine

"[Romans is] the chief part of the New Testament and….It is worthy not only that every Christian should know it word for word, by heart, but also that he or she should occupy himself with it every day, as the daily bread of the soul." -Martin Luther