CPC Discussions: Romans 1:1-17, "The Gospel of God" Rev. Chris Smith

Monday, September 13, 2021

Romans 1:1-17, "The Gospel of God" Rev. Chris Smith

Sermon Discussion

1) As you read over the passage what are some of the main themes (repeated phrases) that you notice?

2) What is the difference between the gospel being good news and not good advice?

3) We see in the passage the source (vs 1-2) of the gospel, substance (vs 3) of the gospel, scope (vs 5) and the power (vs 3,16) of the gospel. Discuss in more detail these areas of the gospel with your group.

4) In what way did you see the gospel in a new light after reading over this passage and hearing the sermon?

5) Bulletin quote: "The message of Romans is not that "man was born free, and everywhere he is in chains", as Rousseau put it...it is rather that human beings are born in sin and slavery, but that Jesus Christ came to set us free. (John Stott) Is this helpful to the way you view yourself in light of the gospel?

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Seven Tips For Staying On Track

1. Read through the Bible together with other people.

2. There will be some passages that you may not find interesting and / or difficult to read. Remember 2 Timothy 3:16-17 as you read these passages: "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be equipped for every good work." Ask yourself why God spoke this particular passage, and how it is profitable to you.

3. Do the whole reading for each day, but look for a "best thought" for each day - something you can ponder the rest of the day, a verse to memorize, something memorable.

4. As you come the Word each morning, ask God to open your eyes to the wonders found in his word.

5. Let your prayers for others flow out of what you read. Pray and read Scripture. After you read a passage, pray that passage for yourself and for others.

6. Some readings will be long and some short. Take advantage of shorter passages by reading them carefully, reflecting, asking questions, praying for answers, engage.

7. Look for ways you can practically live out what you're reading. James 1:22, "But prove yourselves doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude themselves."

*The above is taken from Stephen Witmer, http://thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/tgc/2010/12/29/two-year-bible-reading-plan/