What Does "Saved by Faith" Really Mean? Romans 1:16-17

B20L4 What does it really mean to be saved? Romans 1:16-17 reveals the gospel is the power of God unto salvation — and it's more than most people realize. ✝️ In this verse-by-verse study of Romans 1:16-17, Les unpacks what Paul means when he says "I am not ashamed of the gospel." Starting with the definition of the gospel from 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 — that Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again — this lesson shows why salvation is not just a "better way to heaven" but an all-inclusive act of God that forgives, justifies, sanctifies, glorifies, and seals the believer the moment they believe. 📖 Key Topics Covered: • What is the gospel? — 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 defined • Why salvation requires faith alone — not repentance, baptism, or works • Romans 1:17 — "The righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith" • What justification means: declared just as if you never sinned • Colossians 3:1-3 — "Hid with Christ in God" and what that means for believers • In Adam vs. In Christ — how God sees the believer • Martin Luther and "the just shall live by faith" — the spark of the Reformation • Why the veil in the Temple was torn from top to bottom 🔑 Romans 1:16 salvation explained, gospel power of God, justified by faith Romans, 1 Corinthians 15 gospel definition, Colossians 3:3 hid with Christ in God, in Adam vs in Christ, righteousness of God revealed, just shall live by faith Martin Luther, Romans Bible study verse by verse. 💡 Les Feldick Bible Study brings you verse-by-verse Bible teaching that makes the scriptures come alive. Whether you're a new believer or have studied the Bible for decades, these teachings will deepen your understanding of God's Word. Les Feldick has a unique gift for explaining complex biblical concepts in a way that anyone can understand, using scripture to interpret scripture. 📖 Visit our website: www.lesfeldickbiblestudy.com If this study blessed you, please LIKE the video and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear this teaching. Your likes and shares help others find these Bible studies. 00:00 — Welcome & Ministry Introduction 01:10 — Why Paul's Epistles Matter for Today's Church 02:45 — Romans 1:16 — "I Am Not Ashamed of the Gospel" 04:00 — The Gospel Defined: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 06:15 — Christ Died, Was Buried, and Rose Again — The Three-Part Gospel 08:00 — A Story of God's Perfect Timing with a Family in Indianapolis 09:30 — Salvation Is More Than a "Better Way to Heaven" 11:00 — What Salvation Actually Does: Forgiven, Justified, Sanctified, Glorified 12:45 — Walking by Faith, Not by Feelings 14:15 — The Christian Life: Growing from a Babe in Christ 15:30 — Romans 1:16 — Power of God unto Salvation to Everyone That Believeth 16:45 — What Is NOT Required for Salvation (Baptism, Works, Church Membership) 18:00 — Romans 1:17 — The Righteousness of God Revealed 19:15 — The Temple Veil Torn: Access to God Opened for All 20:30 — Justification Defined: Just As If You Never Sinned 21:45 — In Adam vs. In Christ — How God Sees the Believer 23:00 — Colossians 3:1-3 — Risen with Christ, Set Your Affection Above 24:30 — "Hid with Christ in God" — The Walnut Illustration 26:00 — Martin Luther and "The Just Shall Live by Faith" 27:15 — Romans 4 Preview: Abraham Lived by Faith 27:45 — Closing & Contact Information