Romans 5

📖 Background

Romans Chapter 5 marks a shift in Paul’s letter—from explaining how we are justified by faith to exploring the results of that justification. Paul assures believers that they now have peace with God and access to grace. He emphasizes that Christ died for us while we were still sinners, revealing the depth of God's love. The chapter concludes with a powerful contrast between Adam and Christ: Adam’s sin brought death to all, but Christ’s obedience brought life and righteousness to all who believe. This comparison underscores the abundance of grace that comes through Jesus.

🧭 Major Themes

Justification brings peace, hope, and access to grace (verses 1–5)

God’s love is proven through Christ’s death for sinners (verses 6–8)

We are saved from wrath and reconciled to God (verses 9–11)

Adam’s sin brought death; Christ’s obedience brings life (verses 12–19)

Where sin increased, grace increased all the more (verses 20–21)

🔎 Reference Scriptures to Consider

Isaiah 53:5 – “The punishment that brought us peace was on him”

John 3:16 – God’s love demonstrated in giving His Son

1 Corinthians 15:21–22 – “As in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive”

2 Corinthians 5:18–21 – Ministry of reconciliation

Ephesians 2:1–5 – From death in sin to life in Christ

❓Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you personally to have peace with God through Jesus?

How does God’s love, demonstrated in Christ dying for us while we were still sinners, change the way you see yourself?

How does the contrast between Adam and Christ help you understand the gospel more clearly?

In what ways do you see grace “increasing” in your life where sin once ruled?