Romans: Laying a Solid Foundation
The Bible Teacher's Commentary
Paul J. Bucknell
Romans 5:1-11 Bible Study: Advanced Bible Study Questions discuss in detail justification by faith, the growth of our Christian character and man's need for salvation.
A. The Peace Offering (Romans 5:1-2,6-8)
Man’s relationship is restored with God.
1. What are some things man does so God will be at peace with him?
2. How did God show His love for us (Romans 5:6-8)?
3. Does anyone know of an example of someone dying for a good person? Bad?
4. Can anyone tell me what ‘justified’ means (Romans 5:1)?
5. What does the ‘by faith’ mean (Romans 5:1)? Why by faith only (relate to former section).
6. How is Christ’s death related to this ‘justification by faith’ or our salvation?
7. What are the two results of being made right with God (Romans 5:1-2)?
8. Doesn’t man have peace with God anyway? How are we at war?
Application
1. If someone asked, “How do you know when you are a Christian?” from our discussion, how would we answer him or her?
2. Why it is so difficult for man to come to the Lord? Is salvation a 50/50 venture?
B. The Power Test (Romans 5:3-5)
Man’s environment is controlled by God.
1. How can we become good people? What way does God use?
2. Besides salvation, what else does Paul and his companions exult in (Romans 5:3)? Why?
3. How do hard times bring about perseverance?
4. What is the result of this type of perseverance? How so?
5. What is the result of this type of proven character? Why?
6. Can you give an example of a hope that disappoints?
7. How come this hope mentioned will not disappoint us?
Application
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Those who get sad or dishearted often drink or take a pill. Does that solve their problems?
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Is this Biblical method practical enough to help people?
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What difficulties do we have in making this process part of our lives?
C. The Fight With God (Romans 5:6-8)
Man’s Need of Salvation.
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Does man really need salvation?
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What do your friends think about this? Is it real? Necessary?
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What do you think? Let’s contrast how others think with the Bible’s view.
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What 3 words in Romans 5: 6, 8, 10 are used to describe the ‘us’?
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Who does the ‘us’ or ‘we’ as described in these three verses (6,8,10)?
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What do you like about those 3 words? What don’t you like about them?
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Why is helpless a good description of our days before we knew Christ?
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Think of another situation where we might use the word helpless. Describe it.
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Why might Paul think ‘enemies’ (Romans 5:10) a good way to describe non-Christians?
Application
- Do you think a non-Christian’s statement, “I don’t need a savior” is correct?
- What could we say to that person to help him better understand God’s mind?
Summary questions
- Some people say they would believe if they first saw some miracles.
- After thinking about the faith of Abraham and of the believers as discussed in this chapter, respond to this group of people. How does our faith grow stronger?
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Each section of Romans is broken up into teaching or study sections. There is a set of Bible Studies for each set. The NASB is used but other translations can be used alongside the Bible Studies. The series of Bible Study questions is meant to lead one into the discovery of the scripture's teaching. Sometimes there is both a basic and advanced set of Bible Studies. The study Bible Studies focus on the three following parts.
- Basic Bible Study Questions
These answers will be found right in the Bible passage. The NASB text is used because it is more literal. These questions will encourage one to ask, "What does the passage actually say?"
- Application Bible Study Questions
At the end, there is room for one's own applications. These questions will encourage one to ask, "What does the passage mean to me?" These answers are meant to be personal and have to do with one's own life.
- Bonus Bible Study Questions
These answers will not be found in the text as the general questions. One has to use other knowledge that one has gleaned over the years to answer these properly. They are meant to encourage one to dig deeper into the point of the passage. These questions would have one ask, "What does it mean?"
Scriptures typically quoted from the New American Standard Bible unless noted: (C) Copyright The Lockman Foundation 1988 Looking for Revival?
FAQs
What does it mean to be justified by faith? (5:1) Why is this such an important doctrine? What does it mean to have peace with God? (5:1) What are the implications of this reality for Christians? What is it in your life that you rejoice most in?
What is the lesson learned in Romans 5 1 11? ›
Yet, Romans 5:1–11 teaches us about how trials in life function for those who have peace with God. Our suffering is actually productive to produce endurance, character, and then hope.
What is the lesson of Romans Chapter 5? ›
In Romans 5, Paul says that we rejoice not only in the glory of God but also in our sufferings. The message is not that Paul and his readers rejoice because they are suffering but rather that they rejoice in the midst of suffering. Suffering does not produce our rejoicing or boasting; rather, it cannot squash them.
What is the difference between peace with God and the peace of God? ›
The Bible uses peace in two ways. There is personal peace with God which comes when a person accepts Jesus Christ as savior. Then, there is the peace of God which is available on a daily basis as the believer participates in the Christian way of life according to the plan of God.
What is the key point of Romans Chapter 5? ›
Romans 5 begins by exploring the great benefits that come with being declared righteous by God, through faith in Christ's death for our sin on the cross. By justifying us in this way, in Christ, God made peace with us forever. We also stand in God's grace by our faith.
What is the devotion of Romans 5 11? ›
– Romans 5:11 (NLT) One of the great things about what Jesus did for us is that He gave us the ability to have a relationship with God. If God just wanted someone to worship Him, He already had that with the angels in heaven. Instead, He chooses to have a relationship with imperfect humans.
What is the prayer for Romans 5 11? ›
Dear Father, gracious God, Thank you, dear Father, that while we were helpless, Christ our Savior died for the ungodly. You showed your love for us in that while we were yet sinners Christ your Son died for us.
What is the main theme of Romans Chapter 11? ›
Romans 11 concludes Paul's discussion about God's plan for the Israelites begun in Romans 9 and 10. Paul insists that, though Israel as a nation has rejected Christ, a remnant of Jewish Christians exists by God's grace. God has hardened the rest in their unbelief until enough Gentiles have come to Him through Christ.
What is the exposition of Romans 5 1? ›
In Romans 5:1, Paul explains the first benefit: “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” This statement recalls the letter's opening, where Paul greeted his audience, those whom he called to belong to Jesus Christ and to be holy with “grace and peace” (1:6 ...
Who is speaking in Romans Chapter 5? ›
In chapter 5, Paul explains a little more — and in the process, he says a few things that have caused questions for centuries. We will discuss these and notice the main point that Paul makes.
Dear Father, giver of your Holy Spirit, Thank you for justifying me through faith, so that now I have peace with you through the Lord Jesus Christ. How grateful I am that I have access to your grace!
What is the kids lesson in Romans 5 1? ›
Peace with God (Romans 5:1)
Now that sinful man has been “justified by faith,” the result is “peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” “Being justified by faith” means the subject received, but did not initiate the action.
What are the three types of peace in the Bible? ›
Three types of peace
- Spiritual Peace (peace with God)
- Relational Peace (peace with others)
- Emotional Peace (peace within ourselves)
Biblical peace is not something we can create on our own, it is the fruit of the Holy Spirit. It's shalom, wholeness, calmness, completeness with Jesus the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6). It is Jesus' nearness that calms and gives us peace in the middle of the raging storm.
Why is it important to have peace in God? ›
Peace affects our relationship with Him and our enjoyment of Him. If you do not have peace, you cannot have joy. So, having peace is your foundation. For example, if you keep your heart close to Him, your heart will surely have peace.
What are the discussion questions in Romans 5? ›
A. The Peace Offering (Romans 5:1-2,6-8)
- What are some things man does so God will be at peace with him?
- How did God show His love for us (Romans 5:6-8)?
- Does anyone know of an example of someone dying for a good person? ...
- Can anyone tell me what 'justified' means (Romans 5:1)?
- What does the 'by faith' mean (Romans 5:1)?
In five brief verses in his Letter to the Romans Chapter 5, Paul gives us a path toward better, a path that leads from suffering to hope. Suffering, Paul tells us, can produce endurance, and endurance can produce character, and character can produce hope, when we are on this path.
What is the reflection of Romans 5 1? ›
In Romans 5:1, Paul explains the first benefit: “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” This statement recalls the letter's opening, where Paul greeted his audience, those whom he called to belong to Jesus Christ and to be holy with “grace and peace” (1:6 ...
What are the main points of Romans Chapter 11? ›
Romans 11 concludes Paul's discussion about God's plan for the Israelites begun in Romans 9 and 10. Paul insists that, though Israel as a nation has rejected Christ, a remnant of Jewish Christians exists by God's grace. God has hardened the rest in their unbelief until enough Gentiles have come to Him through Christ.
