Discussion Questions for January 2

Romans 1:17-23:  

1.     Why is v17 such a dramatic, significant statement?

2.     Why do you think Paul goes from rejoicing in the gospel (v15-17) to a lengthy discussion on God’s wrath against sinful man?

3.     Define God’s wrath.  Why is it so important to understand it?  What does it reveal about God?

4.     Paul says in v16 that he is not ashamed of the gospel.  Why is it a temptation to be ashamed of the gospel?  When do you find yourself tempted to do so?

5.     What do verses 19-23 help you to understand?

6.     Phil said that even more important then asking what are the idols of our age is asking what are the idols we personally struggle with.  Here are some of the ways he said we could help identify them: -        

What gives you meaning and or comfort more than anything else?-        

What do you live for?-        

What do you serve?-         What is the most glorious thing to you? (from Daniel’s teaching)-        

What make you angry? (from Connie)                

What do those questions help you to see about yourself? 

7.     Phil mentioned the “inglorious” exchange found in v23.  He then ended his message talking about the great exchange.  What are each of these?