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

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Fellowship Bible Church of Longview TXBy Fellowship BIble Church LongviewDec 04, 2023