Why write on Romans now?

In this episode, Jordan talks with Jarvis Williams about his new book on Paul's Gospel in Romans, exploring the vertical, horizontal, and cosmic dimensions of the gospel. The conversation covers Paul's theology, the significance of Romans, and implications for contemporary faith practice.

Resources:

Paul's Gospel in Romans: Vertical, Horizontal, and Cosmic Dimensions

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

01:46 Dr. Jarvis Williams: Background and Expertise

03:09 Exploring Paul's Gospel in Romans

04:32 Vertical, Horizontal, and Cosmic Dimensions of the Gospel

06:28 Contextual Emphasis in Paul's Letters

11:22 Horizontal Elements in Romans and Their Modern Implications

19:13 Defining the Gospel: Core Aspects vs. Implications

24:17 Israel's Role in the Gospel and Future Promises

32:04 Two-Way Salvation Theory and Its Critique

37:55 Reflections on Writing the Book and Changing Perspectives