Sermons on Romans 3:21:

Coming To Terms (Romans 3:21-31) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 22, 2022

The second half of Romans 3 gives us a crash course in theological vocabulary, and the most important paragraph in the Bible.

Good morning! Please turn to Romans 3. We are going to pick up where we left off last week. Last week we talked about the Grand Finale of Paul’s argument that no one is righteous before God. And I realize that it’s a hard thing for people to accept, that there’s nothing we can do to earn our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

Romans Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 7, 2021

"Because" and "Therefore" as it applies to Righteousness by Faith

November 06, 2021 Since coming to the priesthood in 1505, Martin Luther had lived in turmoil. Despite his solemn promises and very best efforts, he could not live a pious and sin free life and the thought of divine justice terrified him. After considering the advice of a superior, “Look at ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-10, Romans 3:9-24, Deuteronomy 11:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 12:2, Genesis 15:5-6, Ephesians 4:24, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 61:10, 1 John 4:9-10, 2 John 1:6, John 3:16, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 5:6-8, Genesis 3:8-9, Philippians 3:7-9, Ezekiel 11:19-20, Jeremiah 31:33, Jeremiah 24:7, Habakkuk 2:4, 1 John 1:10, Romans 1:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

We Are Chosen Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jul 28, 2024

Our true identity found in Christ. We are chosen by God and our identity is rooted in Him. Through Christ, we find our true identity and purpose, embracing the grace that saves us and living out our new identity as God’s chosen people.

Introduction Video Ill.: Official Lyric Video — Chosen by Sidewalk Prophets In our world today, our identities are in crisis. Everyone around us tries to tell us who we are, what we should do, and who we should be.   What do we believe? Who do we support? Where do we fall in the political ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:18-20, Romans 3:21-24, 1 John 1:8-10, 1 John 2:1-2, 1 Peter 2:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Our Righteousness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 8, 2025

This message reveals that Jesus Christ is the source and embodiment of our righteousness before God. We are made righteous not by works but through faith in Him.

JESUS OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 1:30 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 5:21; Philippians 3:9; Jeremiah 23:5-6; Romans 10:3-4 Key Verse: “But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:30, Romans 3:21-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Justification By Grace Through Faith.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 18, 2025

"Being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus" (Romans 3:24).

JUSTIFICATION BY GRACE THROUGH FAITH. Romans 3:22-28. Paul contrasts the righteousness of God with the unrighteousness and self-righteousness of man (cf. Romans 3:21). ROMANS 3:22. Righteousness is not something which we can accomplish, but rather comes as a free gift from God through faith in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon 9 - Making The Message Clear Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 5, 2025

When we are given the opportunity to share the good news about Jesus we have to be ready to communicate the message in a clear and concise manner. This sermon explores how to do just that.

Introduction: A. In the Scripture reading that was just read for us, the Apostle Paul was concluding his letter to the Colossians and he asked them to pray for two things. 1. First, He asked them to pray that God would open doors for the message of the gospel. 2. Second, He asked them to pray that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-4, Romans 3:21-26, Ephesians 2:1-10, Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

La Justicia De Dios Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 11, 2025

Es en Jesucristo en quien depositamos nuestra fe. Esta justicia de Dios se concede mediante la fe en Jesucristo a todos los que creen.

¿Cuál es tu opinión sobre “la justicia de Dios”? ¿Te entusiasma saber más sobre Dios? ¿Te es indiferente? Había un monje agustino que encontraba repulsivo el concepto de “la justicia de Dios”. Odiaba este concepto porque Dios es justo, nosotros somos injustos y ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Is For The Sick PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores our inherent sinfulness, the redemption offered through Christ's sacrifice, and the importance of seeking reconciliation and restoration through faith.

Beloved in Christ, as we gather here today, we are reminded of the grace that blankets us, the mercy that mends us, and the love that lingers in our hearts, all courtesy of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We come together, not as perfect beings, but as people striving for perfection, understanding that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-26, James 5:13-20, James 3:2

Topics: Righteousness

Reformation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the liberating power of God's grace, which frees us from sin's bondage and justifies us through faith in Jesus Christ. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a beautiful day, a day filled with promise and potential. A day that our gracious Lord has made, and we are here, gathered in His name, to rejoice and be glad in it. You see, each day is a gift, an opportunity to draw closer to our Creator, to know Him ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Romans 3:19-28

Topics: Set Free, Christ

Made Righteous By Faith Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Mar 18, 2024

Though all have sinned, all can be made righteous through faith in Jesus Christ.

3:19 “Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those under the law…” The law. What is your idea of “the law” as mentioned by New Testament writers? Moses? Ten Commandments? Exodus through Deuteronomy? Let’s look. Jesus for the most part spoke of the law as that portion of what we call ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Introduction To Romans 4 Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 25, 2024

Five practical benefits of understanding Romans 4 are shared. The theme of justification by faith is contrasted with justification by works which is characteristic of false religions and cults. The grace teaching in Romans 4 is essential in evangelism and forms the foundation for Christian living.

Today we resume a study in Romans that we taught in 2019. Five years ago, we expounded Romans 1-3 verse-by-verse with 35 messages. Those are available on our YouTube channel for anyone who wants to review them.i Romans is a book that cannot by properly understood without giving detailed attention ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 1 Corinthians 15:10, Romans 3:20-31, Romans 10:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

What Abraham Experienced Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 1, 2024

The exposition of Romans 4:1-3 examines Abraham's justification by faith. Paul supports his position that Abraham was justified by faith (not works) using Genesis 15:6 as his text.

Intro In Romans 3:28 Paul came to this all-important conclusion: “Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith apart from the deeds of the law.”i In this context, to be justified means to be declared righteous before God.ii The Greek word translated justified (dikaioo) is a forensic or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8, Romans 3:20-31, John 8:58, Romans 11:36, Ephesians 2:8-10, Ezekiel 28:4, Galatians 3:16, Romans 4:23-25, Hebrews 11:6, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Gospelizing 101

Contributed by Michael Bird on Jan 14, 2002

Gives an exposition of Rom 3:21-26 including all the technical terms. Seeks to apply the text by arguing that the Christian life is the process of gospelization.

Rom 3:21-26 In 1759 William Cowper was 28 years old, he had a total mental breakdown and tried three different ways to commit suicide. He became convinced that he was beyond hope. In December, 1763, he was committed to St. Alban’s Insane Asylum, where the 58-year-old Dr. Nathaniel Cotton tended ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Manifests His Righteousness

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GOD MANIFESTS HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS IN PAYING THE PRICE TO JUSTIFY SINNERS BY GRACE THROUGH FAITH--THE GUTS OF THE GOSPEL 1.

GOD MANIFESTS HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS IN PAYING THE PRICE TO JUSTIFY SINNERS BY GRACE THROUGH FAITH--THE GUTS OF THE GOSPEL 1. (:21-26) How Can Corrupt Sinners Ever Have What It Takes? God's Plan of Salvation--the Gift of His Righteousness a. God Has Revealed His Plan of Salvation to Us (:21) the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Point Of Grace

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. For the past four weeks we have studied the apostle Paul's withering attack on the notion that it is possible for any person to be "good enough" to withstand the judgment of God. Utilizing every intellectual, philosophical and theological teaching tool available, Paul in Romans ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31