What is the meaning of Romans 1:4? and who • The phrase ties back to “His Son” in Romans 1:3, identifying Jesus as the central subject of Paul’s gospel. • Scripture consistently points to Jesus as God’s promised Son (John 1:14; Galatians 4:4). • This opening reminder keeps our focus on a real, historical Person, not an abstract idea. through the Spirit of holiness • Jesus’ entire earthly life was empowered by the Holy Spirit—from conception (Luke 1:35) to ministry (Luke 4:1) to the cross (Hebrews 9:14). • Calling Him “the Spirit of holiness” underscores the Spirit’s divine purity and His role in setting Christ apart for the Father’s perfect purposes. • Believers share in that same Spirit, guaranteeing our own sanctification (Romans 8:11). was declared with power • “Declared” means publicly marked out or shown—this is God’s unmistakable announcement. • The declaration comes “with power,” pointing to something so decisive that no honest observer can dismiss it (Acts 2:24; Ephesians 1:19-20). • God is not whispering Christ’s identity; He is broadcasting it in power. to be the Son of God • The title affirms full, eternal deity—not merely a human or angelic son but the unique Son who shares the Father’s nature (Matthew 3:17; John 5:18). • Jesus had always been the Son; the resurrection simply revealed what was eternally true (John 20:31). • This Sonship guarantees the reliability of every promise He makes (2 Corinthians 1:20). by His resurrection from the dead • The resurrection is the decisive proof of Jesus’ identity and work (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). • It demonstrates victory over sin and death, validating the cross (Acts 17:31). • Because He lives, we have living hope and future resurrection (1 Peter 1:3). Jesus Christ our Lord • “Jesus” points to His historical, incarnate life; “Christ” (Messiah) highlights His fulfillment of prophecy; “our Lord” proclaims His present authority. • Confessing Him as Lord is essential to salvation (Romans 10:9). • His lordship brings obedience, worship, and confident mission (Philippians 2:9-11). summary Romans 1:4 reveals that the Holy Spirit powerfully validated Jesus’ eternal Sonship by raising Him from the dead. This public, powerful declaration confirms that Jesus, the promised Messiah, truly is Lord. His resurrection assures us that every promise of God is trustworthy and that all who trust in Him share His victory and His Spirit-given holiness. |
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