As I noted in my post on Romans 8:1-17, Paul is wrapping up this section of his letter that began in Romans 5. In my previous post, I noted the bookends on condemnation. In this post, I want to explore the bookends on suffering. Romans 5:2b-3 And we boast in the hope of the glory…
Sing, Daughter Zion; shout aloud, Israel!Be glad and rejoice with all your heart, Daughter Jerusalem!The Lord has taken away your punishment, he has turned back your enemy.The Lord, the King of Israel, is with you; never again will you fear any harm.On that day they will say to Jerusalem,“Do not fear, Zion; do not let your hands hang limp.The Lord your God is with you,…