The Roman Church: A Faithful Example (Romans 1:8-12)

In this passage of scripture, we can see that Paul had a passion for the faithful church of Rome; indeed a passion for a church to whom he had never even been. This passage of scripture shows us three attributes of a faithful church that is doing the will of God.

I. A passionate church will have a Reported Reputation (v.8)
- The reputation of the church was well known as one of great faith.

II. A passionate church will have Praying People (v.9-10)
- Paul let them know that he had been praying for them. Every church needs prayer.
a. The prayers were specific
b. The prayers were consistent.
- Specific and consistent prayers have much more effect then just "Dear God, help us."

III. A passionate church will have Essential Encouragement (v.11)
a. The leaders encourage the church members
b. The church members encourage the leaders
- Paul noted that he and the church members would be able to encourage each other by their mutual faith.