Bible Study - Chapter 8: The Epistle of Paul to the Romans
Four topics are handled in this chapter. Free from indwelling sin: (v1-11) ; Sonship through the Spirit: (v12-17); From suffering to Glory: (v18-30) & God's everlasting Love: (v31-39). The following are the questions for discussion from this chapter.
- Free from indwelling sin: (v1-11)
- Why are we not condemned ?
- What is the difference between the "Law of Moses" & the the "Law of the Spirit of life"?
- Why couldn't the law setus free from "the law of sin & death" ?
- How did God overcame this weakness ?
- What is the difference between those who live according to the `flesh` & `the spirit`?
- Why is carnal mind enimity against God ?
- How can we live in Christ or Christ living in us?
- Sonship through the Spirit: (v12-17)
- What is the consequence of living according to the flesh?
- How can we assure that we'll live spiritually?
- Who are sons of God?
- How do we have the previliage to call "Abba, Father"?
- What are the 3 steps mentioned here which leads to eternal life?
- How do we partake in Christ's glory?
- From suffering to Glory: (v18-30)
- Why is present day suffering incomparable with the glory to come?
- what does the creation eagerly waiting for?
- Has our adoption as Children of God completed? When does it happen?
- Why is hope important in our life?
- How does the Spirit help us in our weakness?
- How do we know that all things work together for good to those who love God?
- What is God's plan for us?
- God's everlasting Love: (v31-39)
- Can any one bring charge against God's elect? Why?
- What is the implication of Christ interceeding for us?
- Can anything separate us rom Christ's love?
- How can we be reassured in present tribulation?
- Why are we accounted as `sheep for slaughter` for His sake ?
- Why are we considered 'more than conquers' ?
- What is the implication of verse 38 & 39?
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