8: Romans 3:1-20

In this episode of Word Smith, Pastor Clay is joined by David Anderson, the Pastor of Adult Disciple-Making at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church. Together, they explore Romans 3:1-20, discussing Paul’s message about sin, righteousness, and the faithfulness of God.

The conversation highlights the rhetorical questions Paul uses to emphasize humanity’s sinfulness and the necessity of God's grace. They discuss how both Jews and Gentiles are equally in need of salvation and reflect on how modern Christians can sometimes take grace for granted. The discussion also touches on the dangers of legalism versus antinomianism. Clay and David encourage us to engage deeply in scripture, be authentic in our faith, and surround ourselves with a trusted Christian community.

Dr. Clay Smith is the senior pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, located just north of Atlanta, GA. JF, as it is affectionately called, is a healthy, vibrant church committed to helping people find truth, belonging, and purpose in Jesus.