The Epistle to the Romans shows the irremediable state of man (Jew or Gentile) in his natural state, and the marvelous justification of God wrought by Jesus Christ, for those who believe. It is the basis of salvation and freedom from sin, proclaimed by the gospel. The respective place of the law and promises is not forgotten. The Christian is under grace, he is no longer under the law at all, even a “spiritual” law. Israel's glorious future in a future time, after repentance, is also affirmed.