In recent days we’ve studied the introduction to the book of Romans. Now we’ll begin to amplify the main points in the book. Paul’s first point in Romans 1:18-3:20, addresses the universal need of salvation. He declares that humanity is without excuse before God. We know enough about God from what we see in creation to humbly bow and worship Him. Unfortunately we are bent toward going our own independent way. Instead of worshiping God we try redefining Him to fit our own preferences. This independent streak is sin and leads to increasing degrees of sinful behavior. What we believe does impact our behavior and attitude. If you are religious, don’t think you’re better than others. He says what Jesus said: you’ll be judged on the basis with which you judge others. God’s kindness, tolerance and patience are designed to draw us to Him as we repent. But if we show contempt for these riches of God we’ll store up wrath against ourselves for the day of God’s wrath, when His righteous judgment will be revealed.