Lesson 463: Romans 2:4
Romans 2:4
The Blueprint — The Verse
Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?
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The Context — The History
Paul wrote Romans around AD 57 to believers he had not yet met in the capital of the empire. He addressed both Jewish and Gentile Christians and the question of God's righteousness.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Romans 2 warns those who judge others while practicing the same sins. Paul asks whether they presume on God's kindness, explaining that His kindness is meant to lead people to repentance rather than complacency.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Romans 2:3
3So when you, a mere human being, pass judgment on them and yet do the same things, do you think you will escape God’s judgment?
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Romans 2:3) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Romans 2:5
5But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of God’s wrath, when his righteous judgment will be revealed.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Romans 2:5) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- How has God's kindness led you toward repentance?
- Why is judging others while sinning equally dangerous?
- Where might you be mistaking patience for approval?