Rom
1:1-17
Key
verse 16
1.
[1-5] How did Paul introduce himself to the
believers in Rome (1)? Discuss the meaning of each and their significances for
his life. What is the gospel (2-4)? What did we receive through the gospel (5)?
Discuss how grace and apostleship are interrelated for its purpose.
2.
[6- 7] According to Paul, what and who are the
recipient of this letter (6-7a)? What is his prayer for them (7b)? Discuss the
origin and purpose of the grace and apostleship for Paul, and the grace and
peace for the believers in Rome.
3.
[8-15] What was Paul thankful for (8) and why
(9)? For what has he been praying (10)? Why (11-12)? Discuss when and how he came up with such
longing (Ref. Acts 19:19-21; Cf. 20:3-the time he wrote this letter) and how
intense it was (13). What is it in its
essence (14-15; Ref 5)?
4.
[16-17] What is the source of such energy (16a)?
What are the two things that built Paul’s confidence and pride in the Gospel
(16b-17a)? How do the confidence and pride come to the believers (17b)? Discuss
what the phrase “the righteous will live by faith” implies to our lives.
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