Israel's Unbelief - Romans 9:30-10:21
Understand It
- What kept Israel from obtaining righteousness? (9:31-32)
- What distinctions did Paul note in the way that Jews and Gentiles obtain their salvation? (10:12-13)
- How did Paul answer the argument that the Jews have not had adequate opportunity to hear God’s message? (10:18-21)
Apply It
- When could you spend extended time in prayer to bring before God those groups or peoples who have shown little interest in the gospel?
The Remnant of Israel - Romans 11:1-10
Understand It
- How did God answer Elijah’s call to destroy Israel? (11:2-4)
- What has God chosen by grace? (11:5)
- What prevented Israel from responding to God as the elect had responded? (11:7-9)
Apply It
- What can you do this week to encourage a Christian who feels outnumbered or overwhelmed?
Ingrafted Branches - Romans 11:11-24
Understand It
- What long illustration did Paul use to describe the situation of the Jews and Gentiles? (11:16-24)
- To what did Paul liken the Gentiles? (11:17)
- What is promised to Jews who do not persist in unbelief? (11:23)
Apply It
- What can you do this week to acknowledge that you depend on God’s kindness?
All Israel Will Be Saved - Romans 11:25-32
Understand It
- When would Israel’s period of hardening end? (11:25)
- What promise has God made to Israel? (11:26-27)
- What has been the good result of the disobedience and unbelief of the Jews? (11:30)
Apply It
- Which of God’s promises do you need to focus on and memorize this week?
Doxology - Romans 11:33-36
Understand It
- How did Paul describe the mind of God? (11:33-34)
- What does God owe? (11:35)
- What is God’s place in the universe? (11:36)
Apply It
- How can you worship and praise God with enthusiasm and devotion this week?
Living Sacrifices - Romans 12:1-8
Understand It
- How is the Christian to be different from unbelieving people? (12:2)
- What did Paul use the human body to illustrate? (12:4-5)
- How should each person use his or her gifts? (12:6-8)
Apply It
- How can you put a spiritual gift to work for others this week?
Love - Romans 12:9-21
Understand It
- What down-to-earth advice did Paul give? (12:9-21)
- In what ways ought we to treat others as more important than ourselves? (12:10, 13, 16, 20)
- With whom does God want us to live at peace? (12:18)
Apply It
- In what ways can you honor someone above yourself? Who?
