Morning Manna - Feb 5, 2025 - Romans 3:15-20 - Their Feet Are Swift to Shed Blood

In this episode of Morning Manna, the study continues in Romans 3:15-20, focusing on human depravity, the eagerness for violence, and the inability of the law to justify mankind before God. The discussion highlights how Paul references Isaiah 59 to illustrate that violence and sin are universal, historical, and deeply rooted in human nature. Rick & Doc will explore the symbolic meaning of feet being “swift to shed blood” and contrast it with the feet of those who bring the gospel of peace. The study also critiques the modern-day glorification of violence in entertainment, politics, and military culture while emphasizing that true peace and salvation come only through Jesus Christ.

Topics Covered
Romans 3:15-20 Study

Human depravity and the swiftness to violence.
Paul’s use of Old Testament references (Isaiah 59, Psalm 36).
The law reveals sin but does not justify anyone.
Universal guilt before God.
Symbolism of "Feet" in Scripture

Feet that run to shed blood (destruction and sin).
Feet that bring good news (Isaiah 52:7—gospel messengers).
Violence as a Universal Human Trait

Historical and modern-day eagerness for violence.
The glorification of violence in sports, entertainment, and military.
Cultural and political exploitation of violence.
The Early Church's Stance on Violence

The Didache (2nd-century Christian manual) forbade soldiers and actors from church membership unless they repented.
The contrast between the early church's rejection of violence and modern American churches' glorification of military power.
The Consequences of Sin

Sin leads to destruction and misery.
The rejection of peace is a willful choice.
True peace is found only in Christ.
Hope in Jesus Christ

Christ's redemptive power breaks the cycle of violence.
Believers are called to be peacemakers (Matthew 5:9).
The gospel is the only path to lasting peace and reconciliation with God.
Bible Verses Mentioned
Romans 3:15 – “Their feet are swift to shed blood.”
Romans 3:16 – “Destruction and misery are in their ways.”
Romans 3:17 – “And the way of peace have they not known.”
Romans 3:18 – “There is no fear of God before their eyes.”
Romans 3:19 – “That every mouth may be stopped, and all the world may become guilty before God.”
Romans 3:20 – “By the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for by the law is the knowledge of sin.”