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The Road of Blessing: Refuse evil and accept grace

Rome may have had as many as five or six Christian churches in the city. While the church was predominantly Gentile, many Jewish Christians were also members. The Jewish Christians were not inclined to give up many of their life-long customs. The holidays, dietary restrictions, and other customs were a part of their culture and religion. One of the major themes in the book of Romans was the New Covenant grace provided through Christ. That grace meant that strict obedience to the Old Covenant Law was no longer the requirement for righteousness. But that grace was not permission for sin. Paul taught the path to righteousness, and blessing resulted from living each day in the power and guidance of God’s Holy Spirit.

For Sanctification: We all have weaknesses and sins we tend to repeat. Make a list of the things separating you from God's blessings. Pray, repent, and allow God to redeem even those things for his greater good.