11. Original Sin

Original Sin

Talk 11 of 32 in the series: Romans 2006-7 The Bible Talks.

The next talk in the series is Living Dead.

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Sermon Outline

1. Why are Passages Difficult?
   • translation
   • complex expressions
   • difficulty of ideas
2. Translation
3. Complex Expressions
   • begun and completed (vv 12, 18-19)
   • sin and the law (vv 13 – 14; 20 – 21)
     1. all did sin    
     2. why the law?
   • risky comparison (v 14)
     1. qualification 1: gift and trespass (v 15)
     2. qualification 2: gift and results (v 16-17)
   • two kingdoms
4. Difficulty of Ideas
   • freedom and responsibility    
   • reign of sin and death
     1. inherited corruption
     2. solidarity
5. Freedom from Death
   • assessment of life
   • great release
   • new life