What Romans REALLY Says About Salvation Practical Theism 2026-05-18 | The “Romans Road” is often presented as a simple 5-verse path to salvation. But is that actually Paul’s argument in the book of Romans?In this video, we walk through Romans in context — from chapters 1–12 — and uncover what Paul really says about faith, grace, obedience, baptism, perseverance, works, and salvation.Far from teaching a shallow “say a prayer and you’re done” theology, Romans presents a rich vision of transformation through grace, life in the Spirit, perseverance in suffering, and union with Christ.We’ll explore:The “obedience of faith”Why Paul says we are judged according to worksWhat “works of the law” actually meansBaptism in Romans 6Future salvation in Romans 5 & 10Whether believers can fall awayHow Catholics understand justification by graceWhy Romans is much deeper than a 5-verse formulaThis is not about earning salvation. Salvation is entirely grace. But grace, according to Paul, actually changes you.If you’ve only heard Romans through isolated proof texts, this video may completely change how you read Paul.Follow us on our Facebook Page! facebook.com/practicaltheismDisclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.All Rights Reserved.
Israels Missed Righteousness: Faith vs. Works #shorts Practical Theism 2026-07-01 | Explore Paul's lament in Romans 9-10 as Israel missed God's righteousness through faith in Christ by clinging to the Mosaic Law. Discover the core message of Romans 10:9. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Gods Love & Our Struggle with Sin #shorts Practical Theism 2026-07-01 | C.S. Lewis: "God doesn't love us because we're good, God makes us good because he loves us." Even Paul wrestled with sin: "I do not do what I want but I do what I hate." (Romans 7:15). True transformation is real. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Abraham: The Original Father of Faith #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-29 | Explore Abraham's unwavering faith, credited as righteousness. Learn how believing against hope empowered him and glorified God. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Abraham #Faith #Righteousness #Christianity #BibleStudy
Baptism: Buried and Raised with Christ #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-28 | Catholic teaching: Baptism isn't symbolic, it's an ontological union with Christ. The sacrament immerses us, raising us to new life. The Council of Trent confirms baptism as the instrumental cause of justification. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Gods Wrath & Creations Witness #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-27 | Romans 1:18-20 reveals God's wrath against suppressed truth. Creation itself testifies to His eternal power and divinity, leaving humanity without excuse. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Romans #Creation #Theology #Christianity #Faith
Justification Through Resurrection: Romans 5 Explained #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-26 | Jesus' resurrection is key to our justification, not just his death. We stand in grace, united with a living Christ. Learn more: youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Salvation: A Gift of Grace Through Faith #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-25 | Discover the fullness of salvation: freely given by grace, received through living faith, and bearing fruit through cooperation. Baptism, the Spirit, suffering with Christ, and standing in grace—all gifts. Journey from start to finish, a continuous gift of grace, never earned. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
The True Meaning of Romans: More Than a 5-Verse Summary #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-24 | The Mass calls us to be living sacrifices. The letter to the Romans isn't a shortcut, but a lifetime journey with Christ. Don't settle for a summary; explore the fullness of faith. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #RomansRoad #TheGospel #ChristianFaith #Sacrifice #Grace #Jesus
Baptized into Christs Death and Resurrection #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-23 | How can we who died to sin still live in it? Baptism immerses us into Christ's death, burying us with Him and rising with Him. The Catechism states, 'the believer enters through baptism into communion with Christ's death.' Learn more: youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Abrahams Faith: A Trust That Moved Mountains #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-22 | Abraham's faith wasn't passive belief; it was a tenacious, hope-filled trust that gave glory to God. This empowered faith, a gift of grace, acted and persevered. Romans 4:11 reveals circumcision as a seal of this righteousness, a visible sign of an invisible reality. This is the essence of a sacrament: a real, effective sign within God's work of grace. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Faith #Christianity #Jesus #Catholic #Church #Sacrament
Justification: Not By Works of the Law #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-21 | Romans 3:20 highlights that justification isn't achieved through 'works of the law,' referring to specific religious observances for self-justification. This distinction is crucial: Christian moral effort isn't irrelevant, but one cannot earn God's favor solely by adhering to covenant rules. Justification comes from elsewhere. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Faith #Christianity #Jesus #Church #Catholic #Theology
The Journey to Black Belt: Cooperation with Grace #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-20 | Achieving a black belt requires dedication, resilience, and a master's guidance—much like our faith journey. We are justified and saved through His life, not by our own couch-sitting. Learn more: youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Salvation is a Gift of Grace #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-19 | Understand salvation through faith, love, and perseverance. It's a journey of grace, not earned merit, leading to a profound relationship with Christ. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Grace #Faith #Love #Perseverance #ChristianJourney
Reason, Conscience, and Gods Law #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-18 | Explore the Catholic concept of natural law—moral truths accessible to reason, written on the human heart. Understand why suppressing truth leaves no one without an excuse. Watch now: youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #NaturalLaw #CatholicTheology #ChristianEthics #FaithAndReason #MoralTruth
Gods Unbreakable Love in Christ Jesus #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-17 | Romans 8:38-39 affirms that neither death, life, powers, nor any creature can separate us from God's love in Christ. This is the heart of Paul's message. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Justification: Gods Free Gift, Not Earned #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-16 | The Catholic Church teaches justification is God's gratuitous gift. Nothing we do merits this grace. From conversion to perseverance, it's all grace. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Christ is the Center of Faith #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-15 | Discover how Christ, as the new Adam and fulfillment of the law, is the core of Christian belief. The Catholic Church, through sacraments like Baptism and the Eucharist, offers the means for justification, nourishment, and restoration. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Faith That Works: Obedience and Charity #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-14 | Faith without obedience is dead. Discover how living charity-filled faith unites us to Christ, as described by the Council of Trent. Faith, hope, and charity are infused together—faith that actively works through love. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Faith #Obedience #Charity #ChristianLiving #CatholicFaith
Romans: More Than Just Faith Alone #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-13 | Discover the surprising action-oriented message of Romans. It's a call to transformation and perseverance, not just a simple prayer. Watch now: youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #RomansStudy #Christianity #Faith #Perseverance #Theology
Who Was Paul Writing To? #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-12 | Understanding context is crucial. Paul's letter to the Romans begins by defining his identity: a 'doulos' (slave) of Christ Jesus. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Obedience Leads to Righteousness or Death #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-11 | Paul clarifies our daily choice: obedience to sin (leading to death) or obedience to God (leading to righteousness). True sanctification transforms us from the inside out. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Pauls Teaching on Law & Justification #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-10 | Unpacking Paul's complex argument: justification isn't from law-keeping, but from living truth through Christ's grace. External religion without internal conversion is hypocrisy. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Justification: Faith Alone vs. Faith with Charity #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-09 | The Council of Trent clarified that justification isn't by faith alone if it lacks charity. True saving faith works through love, echoing James: 'faith without works is dead.' youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Faith vs. Works: Understanding True Righteousness #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-08 | Paul's message on justification: it's not by works of the Mosaic Law, but by faith in Christ. Discover the living faith that works through love, as opposed to an empty formula. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #FaithInChrist #Christianity #Salvation #Theology #PaulineEpistles
The Ongoing Struggle of the Christian Life #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-07 | Even the Apostle Paul wasn't spiritually 'finished.' Conversion doesn't erase human weakness or the inclination to sin. We must continuously prove ourselves in the struggle with Christ's grace. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Can Grace Be Lost? Unpacking Romans 8 #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-06 | Paul reassures us that God's love in Christ is unwavering, but can we truly fall from grace? This video explores the fine line between divine fidelity and personal choice. Watch more: youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Grace, Not Works: Understanding Christian Judgment #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-05 | Good works are the fruit of grace, not a wage earned. Eternal life is a reward for God's gifts working within us. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Dont Misread Pauls Letter to the Romans #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-04 | Treating Romans like a 5-sentence summary misses its depth. Millions have been taught to read this theological masterpiece incorrectly. Understand the true complexity. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Can Baptized Christians Face Spiritual Death? #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-03 | Romans 8:13 warns: live by the flesh, you die. Even for baptized Christians, spiritual death is a real possibility. Repentance through Reconciliation can restore lost grace. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #Christianity
Righteousness by Faith: A Living Reality #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-02 | Discover the profound meaning of 'the righteous will live by faith.' It's not just a past decision, but an ongoing, empowered life. Explore this core truth: youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #Faith #ChristianLiving #Theology #BibleStudy
Is the Romans Road Too Simple? #shorts Practical Theism 2026-06-01 | The Romans Road offers a quick path to salvation, but does it oversimplify Paul's complex message? Examining the depth of scripture beyond 5 verses. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #RomansRoad #Christianity #Theology #Gospel #Faith #Jesus
The Roman Road Engineering Secret #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-31 | Ancient Roman roads, built with 4 layers of construction, still stand 2,000 years later. The secret? No shortcuts. Learn from their foundation and substance. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #RomanRoads #Engineering #History #Construction #AncientRome
The True Meaning of Salvation Explained #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-31 | Salvation is a journey, not a one-time event. Discover how affliction, endurance, and God's love through the Holy Spirit shape our faith, leading to hope. This is the Christian life: a marathon under a Master's guidance. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #ChristianFaith #Salvation #SpiritualGrowth #HolySpirit #Romans #Theology
Dont Misread the Book of Romans #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-29 | Millions are taught to read Romans like a 5-sentence summary, missing its profound depth. Discover how to truly understand Paul's message and live the 'obedience of faith'. youtu.be/FMHgLfnRXho #RomansRoad #Christianity #FaithAndWorks #BibleStudy #Theology
Salvation: A Journey of Transformation #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-24 | Salvation isn't just a one-time event; it's a transformative journey. The Catholic tradition teaches that God's grace changes us, a process we participate in. Learn more: youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #FaithAndWorks
Died to Sin, Live in It? Romans 6 Answer #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-23 | Paul tackles the dangerous idea that justification by faith means moral laxity. Discover how baptism unites us to Christ's death and resurrection, transforming our lives. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #Romans6 #ChristianFaith #Theology #GraceAndSin #NewLife
Salvation Through All Time #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-23 | St. Irenaeus (c. 180 AD) taught that Christ's salvation is for all who have ever feared God and sought Him. It encompasses our entire journey with the divine. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #FaithAndWorks
Understanding Faith and Works in Catholicism #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-22 | Did this video offer a fresh perspective on Paul or Catholic teachings? Share it! Deepen your understanding of faith and works by reading carefully and loving deeply. Explore resources like Trent Horn's 'Why We're Catholic' or Peter Kreeft's 'Catholic Christianity', or reread a Pauline letter for its full context. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #FaithAndWorks #CatholicTeaching #Christianity #BibleStudy #PaulineEpistles #Theology
Faiths True Meaning: More Than Just Belief #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-22 | Explore the transformative power of faith as explained by the Catechism and Reformers like Luther. True faith is a living, active confidence that compels good deeds. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #FaithAndWorks #Christianity #Luther #Catechism #Theology
Reforming Faith: Beyond Once Saved, Always Saved #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-21 | Most Protestant theologians agree: saving faith transforms. Luther and Calvin taught faith isn't mere assent. Understand true Christian doctrine. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #faithandworks #faithalone #christianity #theology #Jesus #church
Catholic Faith: Grace, Works, and Salvation Explained #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-21 | Understanding Catholic teachings on grace, moral guidance, and the communion of saints. Christ is our path, our destination. Learn how to respond with clarity when discussions arise about earning salvation.youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #Catholic #Christian #Jesus #Church #Faith #FaithAndWorks
Faith vs. Works: Unpacking Pauls Letters #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-20 | What did Paul *really* mean about faith and works? We're diving into the historical context of his epistles to understand the original message. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #FaithAndWorks #Christianity #Theology #BiblicalStudies #Catholic
The Catholic Church on Initial Justification by Grace #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-20 | Discover how entering the life of Christ is initiated by God's grace alone, not by our merit. The Catechism clarifies justification is a gift conferred in Baptism, initiated by God's mercy. Learn more: youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #CatholicFaith #Christianity #GraceOfGod #SacredHeart #FaithAndWorks #Theology
Paul Condemns a Different Gospel #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-19 | Paul declares a gospel apart from faith in Christ is no gospel at all. "We know that a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ." Only Christ can save, not ritual markers. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #FaithAlone #Christianity #JesusChrist #Salvation #Theology #Grace
A Warning About Inheriting the Kingdom of God #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-19 | Paul warns the Corinthian church about persistent sin patterns not being compatible with God's Kingdom. This is a serious warning for believers, not a verdict on salvation. See the full context: youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #FaithAndWorks #ChristianLiving #BiblicalTruth #ChurchLife #SpiritualWarning
Abide in Christ: Bearing Fruit #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-18 | Jesus' vine and branches image reveals a profound truth: abiding in Him is essential for bearing fruit. Apart from Him, we can do nothing. Learn more: youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #FaithAndWorks #FaithAlone #Christian #Jesus #Catholic
Faith Activated Through Love #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-18 | In Christ, only faith working through love matters. Pistis dia agapis energo mene: faith energized by love. It's not dormant belief or disconnected affection, but a woven reality. Faith is the root, love is the fruit. #faith #love #christianity #theology #Bible
Faith vs. Works: Understanding Pauls Message #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-17 | Paul's context on 'works of the law' wasn't abstract. It addressed Gentile Christians needing to adopt Mosaic practices for covenant membership. This impacts debates on faith alone. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #FaithAndWorks #Christianity #Theology #PaulineEpistles #Jesus #Church
Salvations Purpose: More Than Just Faith #shorts Practical Theism 2026-05-17 | Saved by grace through faith, but for what? Ephesians 2:8-10 reveals we are God's workmanship, created for good works. These aren't the cause of salvation, but its intended outcome and purpose. Live a life God designed. youtu.be/E-UjHRxyffY #FaithAndWorks #Christianity #Salvation #GoodWorks #PurposeDriven
