Morning Manna - Apr 8, 2025 - Romans 10:1-5 - Christ is the End of the Law

In this episode of Morning Manna, Rick and Doc broadcast from Las Vegas while attending the NAB convention. Today's study will focus on Romans 10:1–5, exploring Paul’s heartfelt plea for the salvation of Israel. They discuss how Paul transitions from theological teaching in Romans 9 to personal intercession for his Jewish brethren. They'll emphasize the futility of self-righteousness and the insufficiency of law-keeping for salvation. They highlight that salvation is by faith alone in Christ, who is the fulfillment and end of the law. Ultimately, they urge listeners to trust Christ’s finished work rather than relying on personal merit or religious tradition.

Topics Covered
Paul’s heartfelt prayer for Israel’s salvation

The difference between zeal without knowledge and true faith

The futility of establishing one’s own righteousness

Christ as the fulfillment and end of the law

Faith vs. works-based righteousness

The universal call to salvation for both Jews and Gentiles

Scripture References
Romans 10:1 – “Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.”

Romans 10:2 – “For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge.”

Romans 10:3 – “For they being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God.”

Romans 10:4 – “For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone that believeth.”

Romans 10:5 – “For Moses describeth the righteousness which is of the law, That the man which doeth those things shall live by them.”