Featured Bible Study: Romans
Our current study is on the book of Romans . Grab your Bible and some note-taking materials and start your study by clicking on the audio links below. (or you can use the Blue Letter Bible links for the scripture reference). There are also some study questions that go along with each session.
For further study on this book, see the links below the audio bible study.
Our next study will be starting on November 30, 2009.
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Session 05
Romans 4
Study Questions:
(For the Diligent Student)
1. In what way was Abraham a “forefather”? To whom? And Why?
2. What were the two issues before the Council of Jerusalem and how were they resolved?
3. Why did Paul select Abraham and David to make his arguments?
What were Paul’s arugments?
4. List seven steps of faith prior to Abraham’s circumcision.
5. Contrast and compare the views of Paul and James regarding faith and works. Do they contradict each other? Explain.
6. How was David, under the law, saved?
7. Explain the distinctives of the following terms:
a) Transgression
b) Sin
c) Iniquity
d) Guile
e) Forgive
f) Impute
8. What is the purpose of the Law?
9. What is the definition of the “Gospel”?
10. Explain the solution to Socrates’ enigma.
(“Where two people agree, one is redundant”)
1.Why did Paul select Abraham and David to make his arguments?
What were Paul’s arguments? How were they each “saved”?
2. Why do some feel that Paul and James contradict each other?
Do they? How can two opposing views reside within the Word of God?
3. What is the difference between a gift and wages?
4. What is the relationships between faith, works, and rewards?
5. Why is Psalm 32 regarded as a “Pauline Psalm”?
6. What is the role and limitations of church rituals?
7. Which promises are unique to Israel? And the Church?
How are they distinct?
Candidate Research Projects:
(For the truly dedicated)
1. Trace the ups and downs of Abraham’s behavior: the occasions and the lessons.
Preparation for the Next Session:
Read Romans Chapter 5: So we have an eternal home in heaven waiting for us: What about the here and now? What are the benefits of salvation now?
**CONTINUE YOUR STUDIES OF ROMANS **
Articles
The Gospel According to Paul
Chuck Missler takes an indepth look at Paul's epistle to the Romans, and what insight it holds for today's Christian.
Nan's Corner - Be Ye Transformed
Nancy Missler helps illuminate the many truths of God's love for us, and how to be transformed 'by the renewing of your mind'.
Radio/Conferences
66/40 - The Prodigal Heirs
It is dangerous, as well as destructive, to automatically transfer the promises that God gave Israel to the Church. Learn about the Biblical roles of these two groups!
66/40 - Learn The Bible In 24 Hours; Acts and Paul's Epistles
Chuck Missler continues his overview of the entire Bible as he brings together the books of Acts and Paul's epistles and shows the consistency of God's message.
Other Web Sites
Matthew Henry Introduction to Romans
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