Scripture to Read: Romans 3:7–8
As we finish this week, the absurd questions continue in Romans 3:7–8. As we saw yesterday, God answered the foolish questions by reminding all believers that He is impartial and always fair in His judgment. But today we read a continuation of the absurd questions in Romans 3:7, as God led Paul to ask this ridiculous question, But if through my lie the truth of God abounded to His glory, why am I also still being judged as a sinner? The fact that God had Paul write this question reveals that people were asking this question. The question in Romans 3:7 shows that people were arguing that God had no right to condemn them as sinners because they believed their lies brought to light God’s truthfulness and brought more glory to Him. Then we read in Romans 3:8 that some people were slandering Paul and saying Paul had taught them that they should do evil so that good may come from their evil actions. It’s ridiculous to think anyone would think this way or say such slanderous things about Paul’s teachings. But sin blinds peoples’ minds and hearts (2 Corinthians 3:14, 2 Corinthians 4:3–4). Those blinded by the god of this world will say and do things that are absurd to Christians. God led Paul to finish Romans 3:8 by confirming that the condemnation that He brings upon those who refuse Him is just and righteous. God has made Himself known so that no one can say they have any excuse for not knowing Him (Romans 1:20).
Challenge & Application
· What kind of ridiculous statements have you heard from people trying to rationalize their sin?
· How can you help people see the love and light of God and His Word so they see they are in desperate need of Him?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!