The Divine Power of the Gospel | John Owen

Reformed Thinking · Aug 31, 2026 · 43m

Deep Dive into The Divine Power of the Gospel Part I (Romans 1:16) by John Owen

This text, which is an exposition of Romans 1:16, examines the apostle Paul's declaration that he is not ashamed of the gospel of Christ. This verse serves as the thematic gateway and center of the entire Epistle to the Romans. Paul wrote to the early Roman church, whose founding is historically uncertain but was likely initiated by Jewish believers, resulting in disputes over ceremonial laws. To establish his authority and defuse suspicion, Paul describes himself as a debtor charged by Christ to preach to all…