Romans: A Letter That Makes Sense of Life

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On all my travels, if I had the Gospels, Paul’s letter to the Romans and Andrew Ollerton’s book I would need nothing else!’ Sir David Suchet Fresh, succinct, simple, yet with depth and insight, this survey of Romans will be invaluable to new as well as seasoned readers This is an enlightening and engaging guide to the highest peak in the mountain range of new testament letters. Andrew Ollerton makes difficult paths seem easy, as he takes us on this tour. We get insights into the cultural setting of the Bible, as well as how we should apply it to life today. ― Peter Williams, Principal, Tyndale House A perfect follow-up for readers of The Bible: A Story That Makes Sense of Lifeand for users of The Bible Course There is perhaps no more urgent task for today’s church than to re-engage Christians with the story of Scripture, and Andrew Ollerton has a wonderful gift of doing just that. Read this book and you will re-discover the riches of the gospel and the grandeur of the story we are all invited to be part of. ― Justin Brierley, Apologetics and Theology editor, Premier

St Paul’s Romans is one of the most important books of the Bible, but not the easiest. Andrew Ollerton has a gift for not only communicating it accessibly but also showing its deep and practical relevance to life now. ― David F. Ford, Emeritus Regius Professor of Divinity, University of Cambridge The author imagines reading Romans as like the adventure of climbing a mountain. The climb is taken at a steady pace so that the 16 chapters of Romans are explored briskly. This is not a verse-by-verse commentary but rather one that takes large chunks of the letter in one go. This does not make this book superficial, but it does make it a book that people are less likely to leave on the shelf, and more likely to read. Each chapter includes suggested Bible readings and questions for reflection, making this book a great choice for devotional reading. Rather than shying away from the daunting mountain that is Romans, Andrew Ollerton takes it on, and takes the reader too on an adventure through its heights and depths. With inimitable pace and energy, the book explores the sometimes challenging, but ultimately hope-filled truths that RomansIn Romans, Paul is clearly concerned that the house churches in Rome don’t splinter into divisions and become suspicious of each other. The whole letter is designed to show that we are united through the gospel, even if we disagree on some secondary matters. I have found teaching through Romans increases unity. It helps us talk through differences in a more constructive way and galvanises people around a shared passion for mission. When the author pauses to illuminate a text, as he does with same sex attraction, divine sovereignty, the place of Israel in God’s purposes, or the relationship Christians have to the secular state, they are some fresh insights succinctly expressed. Romans is the Himalayas of the Bible and Andrew Ollerton is your sure-footed guide. Read this one slowly, and with your Bible open; it will do you so much good. ― Glen Scrivener, author of The Air We Breathe Since then, I have taught through Romans many times and seen what it can do. Here’s a few ‘TripAdvisor’ style comments from everyday Christians: On all my travels, if I had the Gospels, Paul’s letter to the Romans and Andrew Ollerton’s book I would need nothing else! ― Sir David Suchet

On all my travels, if I had the Gospels, Paul’s letter to the Romans and Andrew Ollerton’s book I would need nothing else!’ In this highly engaging exploration of the letter to the Roman churches, Andrew Ollerton’s natural and communicative styleRomans: A Letter That Makes Sense of Lifeis a perfect follow-up read for fans of Andrew's book The Bible: A Story That Makes Sense of Life, those who've recently completed The Bible Course, and readers who want a greater understanding of the book of Romans. Every Christian needs to have a grasp of Paul’s letter to the Romans. You will find no wiser guide to this earth-shaking letter than this accessible and helpful book which navigates every difficulty with both ease and enthusiasm. Recommended! ― Rev Canon J.John I finished reading this book grateful for lively guide to the mountain range that is the letter to the Romans. If the letter is unfamiliar to or you need a refresher course; look no further.

This book unravels the good news of the gospel: that hope, freedom and salvation can emphatically impact and change those who encounter and receive it. The heart of God connecting with the lost, abandoned and broken in society who in turn are sent with the same transforming message. ― Nigel Langford, Bible Society You don't have to be a Christian to read this book! When I read St Paul's letter to the Romans in a hotel room in 1986 I was not a Christian, but when I had finished reading it I felt compelled to become one! Having read Andrew Ollerton's most wonderful ‘guide book’, I have been able to revisit this extraordinary letter in such a new and refreshing way. On all my travels, if all I had in my bag were the four Gospels, Paul's letter to the Romans and Andrew Ollerton's book, I would be tempted to feel that I would need nothing else!’– Sir David Suchet A practical and rich companion to help you journey through the book of Romans. Deep theology sits wonderfully alongside Readers will not only come away with a greater understanding of Romans, but as invigorated disciples, equipped for the adventure of life and faith, and emboldened to share the Gospel with others. Romans is a perfect follow-up read for fans of Andrew’s first book The Bible, those who’ve completed Bible Society’s ‘The Bible Course’, or the Alpha course.Each chapter includes suggested Bible readings and questions for reflection, making this book a great choice for devotional reading for Lent 2023. Andrew’s historical insights and storytelling make it a great resource for small groups and I will be journeying through it again with friends. Ultimately, this book is a valuable reminder of the reality of the Gospel. ― Andy Frost, Share Jesus International