Introduction: Romans is probably the most famous letter in history. Studying Romans has given countless Christians a new understanding of the Bible and a life-changing encounter with God.
1. The people
2. The purposes
3. The themes
a. The Gospel
b. Salvation
c. The righteousness of God
d. Believe/Faith
The Point: The gospel saves us and reveals God's righteousness.
Responses
- Study: I will rewrite Romans 1:1-17 in my own words.
- Relate: I will strengthen __________ by __________.
- Pray: I will offer thanksgiving for the people who model faith in my life.
- Practice: I will read through the book of Romans this week.
Conversation Starters
- Who is a model of faith for you?
- Who strengthens and encourages you?
- Do you think of the gospel as for non-Christians only? What relevance does the gospel have to the daily life of Christians?
OVERVIEW OF ROMANS
INTRODUCTION Romans 1:1-17
GOD GIVES RIGHTEOUSNESS Romans 1 - 11
- The Need for It (1:18 - 3:20)
- What it is (3:21 - 5:21)
- How it Affects Us (6:1 - 8:39)
- Why it was Rejected (9:1 - 11:36)
THE RIGHTEOUS LIVE BY FAITH Romans 12 - 15:13
- In the Church (12:1-21)
- In the World (13:1-14)
- With the Weak and Strong (14:1 - 15:13)
CONCLUSION Romans 15:14 - 16:27
