1) Romans 3:27-31
Why does Paul bring up the argument about boasting? Who would be boasting and why? What does it mean to be justified? What kinds of works (actions, rituals) were the Jews tempted to rely on for justification? Why was this a problem? According to Paul, how will God judge the circumcised? The uncircumcised? Why did Paul bring up the question about nullifying the Law? What would be the problem if the Law no longer applied? What is the connection between following the Law and faith?
2) Romans 4:1-8
Why did Paul choose Abraham as an example for the Jews about how to be justified? According to Paul, how was Abraham justified? What proof did he use in his argument? Which other person did Paul select as an example? Read Psalm 32:1-2.
3) Romans 4:9-15
What nationality was Abraham? Why does Paul dedicate so much time to circumcision? If he were choosing a modern day example of works (actions or rituals done to try to make oneself right with God), what might he choose? Why was it so important for the early church for Paul to explain this teaching in detail?
4) Romans 4:16-25
What is the connection between faith and grace in salvation? If following the Law still played a major role in salvation, how would life be different for modern Christians? How did Abraham show an extraordinary measure of faith? Did Abraham ever wobble in faith or lose faith in God’s promise? Why is the goal of faith righteousness? Thank God today for giving you the ability to have faith in Him.
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