Day 283 Romans 1–3 Psalm 86

In Romans 1, Paul writes to the believers in Rome and reminds them that God’s power can save everyone who believes in Jesus. He explains that the world often turns away from God’s truth and follows its own way, but even when people forget Him, God’s love and presence can still be seen in creation. Paul wants everyone to know that God is reaching out, inviting people to come back to Him.

In Romans 2, Paul explains that God sees not only what we do but also what is in our hearts. He says that being close to God is not about following rules perfectly but about letting His kindness change us from the inside out. Paul reminds everyone that no one is better than anyone else because God’s mercy is for all. When we treat others with the same kindness God shows us, we reflect His heart to the world.

How blessed we are to serve a God who invites, not demands. He doesn’t force His way into our hearts but waits patiently for us to choose Him. His mercy is freely given, not earned or bargained for, and His love never runs out. Every day we wake up, we stand in the light of a love that never fails and grace that asks for nothing but our eyes.

In Romans 3, Paul brings everything together by saying that everyone has made mistakes and fallen short of what God wants. But the good news is that God’s love is greater than our failures. Through faith in Jesus, anyone can be made right with God, not by earning it but by receiving it as a gift. This is the heart of the gospel: grace, not perfection, is what brings us close to God.

Psalm 86 is David’s prayer for help and comfort. He calls God good, patient, and full of love. Even when David feels surrounded by trouble, he still turns to God with trust. This psalm reminds us that when we pray and keep our hearts open, God listens closely and fills us with peace.