Romans: Saved by Grace

By Jen Oshman, Series edited by Lydia Brownback, Megan Hill

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Romans: Saved by Grace

By Jen Oshman, Series edited by Lydia Brownback, Megan Hill

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An Accessible Verse-by-Verse Commentary of Romans

Choosing a Bible commentary can be a daunting prospect. With complex terms and dense exposition, many are tailored to scholarly theologians rather than everyday believers. And for those selecting resources in order to lead a small-group Bible study, speak at a women’s gathering, or simply grow in their knowledge of God’s Word, it can be hard to know where to start.

With warmth and clarity, Jen Oshman makes in-depth Bible study accessible without diminishing the richness of God’s Word. Verse by verse, Oshman guides readers through the full ESV text of Romans to aid their personal study, group discussion, teaching, and outreach. In this well-loved epistle, Paul presents the gospel with deep theological insight and practical application across a wide array of topics, including salvation by faith, works righteousness, Jesus throughout Scripture, God’s heart for all nations, and more. Each volume in the Conversational Commentary series includes an engaging introduction, historical and cultural background, key themes, and suggestions for deeper study. 

  • Comprehensive Study Companion: Formatted for personal study, small-group discussions, or as a research tool for Bible teaching and outreach
  • Conversational Language: Written in a clear, engaging way that doesn’t sacrifice theological depth 
  • Study of Romans: This beloved epistle is a must-read for every modern Christian 
  • By Women, for Women: Written by Jen Oshman, author of Enough About Me and Cultural Counterfeits
  • Helpful Study Tools: Includes an introduction to Romans, an overview of its historical context and themes, verse-by-verse explanations, and suggestions for further study
  • Affordable Format: Designed as a paperback to be accessible for a wide audience

Author:

Jen Oshman

Jen Oshman is an author, speaker, church planter’s wife, and mom of four teen and young adult daughters. She has served as a missionary and church planter for over two decades on three continents. She currently resides in Colorado, where she is the director of women’s ministry at Redemption Parker, which her family planted in 2017. You can keep in touch with Jen at jenoshman.com

Product Details

Category: Bible Studies & Devotionals
Women
Format: Paperback
Page Count: 216
Size: 5.5 in x 8.5 in
Weight: 10.0 ounces
ISBN-13: 979-8-8749-0464-7
ISBN-UPC: 9798874904647
Published: July 14, 2026

Table of Contents

Series Preface
Overview: The New Testament Epistles
The Big Picture of Romans
 
Romans 1: The Righteous Shall Live by Faith
Romans 2: God Rightly Judges the Heart
Romans 3: No One Is Good
Romans 4: Justified by Faith, Not Works
Romans 5: The Gift of Jesus Overcomes the Trespass of Adam
Romans 6: Free from Sin, Enslaved to Righteousness
Romans 7: The Limits of the Law
Romans 8: God's Unrelenting Love
Romans 9: God Will Have Mercy on Whom He Will Have Mercy
Romans 10: Everyone Who Calls on the Name of the Lord
Romans 11: The True Israel
Romans 12: Inspired and Empowered for Sacrificial Living
Romans 13: Submit to Authorities and to Love
Romans 14: The Gospel Is Bigger Than Disputable Matters
Romans 15: Everything Is From Christ and For Christ
Romans 16: On Mission Together for the Glory of God and the Spread of the Gospel
 
Recommended Resources
Timeline and Maps
General Index
Scripture Index 

Endorsements

“This is the series I’ve been waiting for! These Conversational Commentaries are for every Bible study leader, small group facilitator, Bible teacher, and Bible study participant. Written by women, for women, these volumes help you engage deeply with Scripture, equip you for rich discussions, deepen your understanding of God’s word, and point you to Christ.”
Courtney Doctor, Director of Women’s Initiatives, The Gospel Coalition; Bible teacher; author, From Garden to Glory and In View of God’s Mercies; coauthor, Behold and Believe  

“The Conversational Commentaries series is a trusted companion for individual study or teacher preparation. I appreciate each author’s careful consideration of the original writer, document, and audience while keeping the language and format refreshingly accessible. These handy reference tools will be great additions to any theological library to return to repeatedly.”
Karen Hodge, Coordinator of Women’s Ministries, Presbyterian Church in America; coauthor, Transformed: Life-Taker to Life-Giver and Life-Giving Leadership

“For those looking for an accessible and theologically robust commentary series, start here. These commentaries are informed, responsible, and God glorifying.”
Benjamin L. Gladd, Executive Director, Carson Center for Theological Renewal; series editor, Essential Studies in Biblical Theology

“These commentaries are indeed ‘conversational,’ but they are not without great theological depth and exegetical rigor. I’m so grateful for these dear sisters in Christ—for their biblical wisdom, love for God’s word and God’s people, and desire to help fellow women of God dig into the glorious riches of Scripture. Many thanks to Lydia Brownback and Megan Hill for their editing of these immensely valuable resources!”
Jon Nielson, Senior Pastor, Christ Presbyterian Church, Wheaton, Illinois

“Of the two ways to get into the ocean, wading in from a beach is preferable to being dropped in from a helicopter. If you’re not sure where to start in your study of the Bible, Conversational Commentaries will help guide you into the deep truths of God’s word step-by-step. Why stay on the shore?”
Gloria Furman, author, Labor with Hope and Missional Motherhood

“This is the commentary series I wish I’d had when I started teaching the Bible. Trusted authors offer sound and accessible content for those wanting to deepen their study or strengthen their teaching. Whether you’re new to studying the Bible or you’ve studied it for years, you want this series in your library.”
Colleen D. Searcy, speaker; Bible teacher; author, Meet Me in the Bible study series

“Within the crowded field of biblical commentaries, the Conversational Commentaries series offers something truly unique: commentaries written by women for female readers. These volumes live up to their name. They are conversational in their tone and approach, inviting readers into the world of the biblical text and helping them see how it relates to their own world. They are also commentaries, focusing on explaining the meaning, structure, and background of the biblical text. These volumes are a valuable resource for all women who long to go deeper in their relationship with God by going deeper into his word.”
Matthew S. Harmon, Professor of New Testament Studies, Grace College and Grace Theological Seminary

“Faithful, relatable, practical—Conversational Commentaries are the first books to pull off the shelf when you need to understand or teach the Bible, passage by passage. Equally valuable for personal study or public witness, the simple yet profound titles in this new series empower godly women to know, apply, and teach the Bible in life-changing ways.”
Philip Graham Ryken, President, Wheaton College

“These Conversational Commentaries absolutely deliver what they promise. They read like a wise friend sitting across the table explaining the text verse by verse, answering the questions that most naturally arise. While they offer sound scholarship, they eschew an overly academic tone. And while they ably cover the entire text, they are helpfully concise. I will pull these volumes off my shelf again and again.”
Nancy Guthrie, author; Bible teacher