We began our series on Romans 8 with an overview of the first 8 Chapters of Romans. Romans 8 is one of the most powerful passages of Scripture. In this chapter, Paul begins to explain the role of the Holy Spirit in applying the saving work of Christ to the believer. The Apostle reflects on how our union with Christ not only justifies us but provides for us the indwelling presence of the Spirit of Christ. We have in this chapter a beautiful view of the riches of our identity in Christ.
Scripture: Romans 1:16-21. Romans 3:9-12, 23. Romans 5:8-9. Romans 6:4-7, 22-23, Romans 8:1, 29-30
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
THINKING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR MINDS TO HELP US UNDERSTAND GOD’S WORD.
Summarize what Paul writes to the Romans in chapter 1-8.
What has been said prior to Romans 8:1 that leads Paul to say that believers are under no condemnation? What role does union with Christ play in this verse?
FEELING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR AFFECTIONS TO HELP US LOVE GOD
How does Romans 1-8 preach the gospel (“good news”)?
Think about the chapters before Romans 8 and the content that they cover. How does this reflect God’s love and grace towards sinners?
DOING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR HANDS TO HELP US LIVE FOR GOD (PERSONALLY, COMMUNALLY, AND MISSIONALLY)
Which part of Romans 1-8 do you find most hard to believe or live as is true (deserved judgment for sin, unmerited grace through faith, abundant life in Christ)?
Do you see the Spirit actively working in your life? What evidence of the Spirit have you seen working in others’
lives? How can you cultivate an abundant life in Christ?
Some questions adapted from Knowing the Bible.
