Romans

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  • Study Guide: Week 1 - August 17-23, 2025

    Day 1 - Sun, Aug 17, 2025

    Read: Romans 1, Psalms 1-2, Proverbs 1

    Study Questions (Romans 1)

    1. What does Paul say about the gospel in verses 16-17, and how does he describe its power?

    2. Why do you think Paul emphasizes that he's "not ashamed" of the gospel, and what does this reveal about his audience or situation?

    3. Paul describes the gospel as "the power of God for salvation." How might remembering this truth change how you share your faith or face challenges this week?

    Day 2 - Mon, Aug 18, 2025

    Read: Romans 2, Psalm 3

    Study Questions (Psalm 3)

    1. What circumstances is David facing in this psalm, and how does he describe his enemies?

    2. How does David's confidence in God's protection develop throughout the psalm from beginning to end?

    3. David says he can "lie down and sleep" because the Lord sustains him. What current worry or fear could you bring to God with this same confidence?

    Day 3 - Tue, Aug 19, 2025

    Read: Romans 3, Psalm 4

    Study Questions (Romans 3)

    1. What does Paul say about human righteousness in verses 10-18, and how comprehensive is his assessment?

    2. How does Paul explain the purpose of the law versus the purpose of faith in verses 19-22?

    3. Paul says we are "justified freely by his grace." How does this truth address pride or despair in your spiritual life?

    Day 4 - Wed, Aug 20, 2025

    Read: Psalms 5-6, Provers 2

    Study Questions (Proverbs 2)

    1. What does the father promise will happen if his son actively seeks wisdom like treasure?

    2. How does Proverbs 2 describe the benefits of wisdom in protecting someone from evil?

    3. The chapter emphasizes seeking wisdom "like silver" and searching for it "like hidden treasure." What would it look like to pursue God's wisdom with that same intensity in your daily life?

    Day 5 - Thu, Aug 21, 2025

    Read: Romans 4, Psalm 7

    Study Questions (Psalm 7)

    1. What accusations is David facing, and how does he ask God to respond to his enemies?

    2. How does David describe God's justice and judgment throughout this psalm?

    3. David ends by saying he will "give thanks to the Lord because of his righteousness." How can praising God's justice bring comfort when you're falsely accused or mistreated?

    Day 6 - Fri, Aug 22, 2025

    Read: Romans 5, Psalm 8

    Study Questions (Romans 5)

    1. What does Paul say are the results of being justified by faith in verses 1-5?

    2. How does Paul contrast Adam and Christ in the second half of the chapter?

    3. Paul says "we boast in our sufferings" because they produce perseverance, character, and hope. How might this perspective change how you view current difficulties?

    Day 7 - Sat, Aug 23, 2025

    Read: Romans 6, Psalm 9

    Study Questions (Romans 6)

    1. How does Paul respond to the question "Should we go on sinning so that grace may increase?"

    2. What does Paul mean by being "dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus"?

    3. Paul talks about offering yourself as a "slave to righteousness." What would this look like practically in one area of your life this week?

  • Study Guide: Week 2 - August 24-30, 2025

    Day 1 - Sun, Aug 24, 2025

    Read: Romans 6, Psalm 10

    Study Questions (Romans 6)

    1. According to verses 1-4, what does Paul say happens to believers through baptism into Christ?

    2. How does Paul's teaching that we are "dead to sin but alive to God" (vv. 11-14) address the misuse of grace?

    3. What would it look like for you to "offer yourself to God" in a specific area where sin has been strong?

    Day 2 - Mon, Aug 25, 2025

    Read: Romans 7, Psalm 11

    Study Questions (Romans 7)

    1. How does Paul describe the relationship between the believer and the law in verses 1-6?

    2. What tension does Paul describe in verses 14-25, and what does it reveal about the Christian life?

    3. How can remembering your dependence on Christ change the way you approach temptation this week?

    Day 3 - Tue, Aug 26, 2025

    Read: Psalms 12-13, Proverbs 4

    Study Questions (Psalm 13)

    1. How does David express his feelings toward God in verses 1-2?

    2. How does the psalm's ending (vv. 5-6) shift the tone, and what does that reveal about trust?

    3. In what current situation could you choose to sing to the Lord despite not yet seeing the answer?

    Day 4 -  Wed, Aug 27, 2025

    Read: Romans 8, Psalm 14

    Study Questions (Romans 8)

    1. What key truth does Paul declare in verse 1, and how does he connect it to life in the Spirit?

    2. How do verses 28-30 give believers confidence in God's purpose?

    3. Which truth in this chapter most strengthens your hope today, and why?

    Day 5 - Thu, Aug 28, 2025

    Read: Romans 9, Psalms 15-16

    Study Questions (Romans 9)

    1. How does Paul express his sorrow in verses 1-5, and what does it show about his heart?

    2. What do verses 14-18 teach about God's sovereignty in showing mercy?

    3. How should God's sovereign mercy shape your prayers for those who don't know Him?

    Day 6 - Fri, Aug 29, 2025

    Read: Psalm 17, Proverbs 5

    Study Questions (Psalm 17)

    1. How does David describe his own integrity before God in verses 1-5?

    2. How do verses 6-9 show David's dependence on God's protection?

    3.  How can you model David's trust when you feel surrounded by difficulty?

    Day 7 - Sat, Aug 30, 2025

    Read: Romans 10, Psalm 18:1-24

    Study Questions (Romans 10)

    1. According to verses 9-13, what is the clear message of salvation Paul gives?

    2. How do verses 14-17 connect the gospel message to the mission of the church?

    3. What step could you take this week to help someone hear and understand the gospel?

  • Study Guide: Week 3 - August 31-September 6, 2025

    Day 1 - Sun, Aug 31, 2025

    Read: Romans 11, Psalm 20

    Study Questions (Romans 11)

    1. How does Paul describe God’s plan for Israel and the Gentiles in verses 11-15?

    2. What does the olive tree metaphor (vv. 17-24) reveal about humility in salvation?


    3. How can remembering God’s mercy toward you influence your attitude toward others?

    Day 2 - Mon, Sep 1, 2025

    Read: Psalms 21-22, Proverbs 6

    Study Questions (Psalm 22)

    1. How does David describe his suffering and feelings of abandonment in verses 1-8?


    2. How does the tone shift in verses 22-31, and what does this show about trust in God?


    3. How can this psalm help you respond to seasons of suffering or feeling distant from God?

    Day 3 - Tue, Sep 2, 2025

    Read: Romans 12, Psalm 23, Proverbs 16

    Study Questions (Romans 12)

    1. According to verses 1-2, what does it mean to be a “living sacrifice”?


    2. How does Paul describe the marks of genuine love in verses 9-21?


    3. Which of these marks is God calling you to grow in most right now?

    Day 4 -  Wed, Sep 3, 2025

    Read: Romans 13, Psalms 24-25

    Study Questions (Romans 13)

    1. How does Paul instruct believers to relate to governing authorities in verses 1-7?


    2. What does it mean to “put on the Lord Jesus Christ” in verse 14?


    3. How can you live out this calling in your current community or workplace?

    Day 5 - Thu, Sep 4, 2025

    Read: Psalm 26, Proverbs 7


    Study Questions (Psalm 26)

    1. How does David describe his integrity and trust in the Lord in verses 1-7?

    2. What commitment does David make in verses 8-12?


    3. How can you pursue integrity in the way David models here?

    Day 6 - Fri, Sep 5, 2025

    Read: Psalm 27

    Study Questions (Psalm 27)

    1. What does David say about his confidence in the Lord in verses 1-6?


    2. How does the psalm encourage perseverance in verses 13-14?

    3. Where do you need to “wait for the Lord” right now?

    Day 7 - Sat, Sep 6, 2025

    Read: Romans 14, Psalm 28


    Study Questions (Romans 14)

    1. How does Paul instruct believers to handle disputable matters in verses 1-4?

    2. What principle does Paul give for building unity in verses 13-19?


    3. How can you apply this principle to relationships in your church or small group?

  • Study Guide: Week 4 - September 7-13, 2025

    Day 1 - Sun, Sep 7, 2025

    Read: Psalm 30, Proverbs 8


    Study Questions (Psalm 30)

    1. How does David describe God’s deliverance and faithfulness in verses 1-5?


    2. What does verse 5 teach about the relationship between weeping and joy?

    3. How can remembering God’s past faithfulness give you hope today?

    Day 2 - Mon, Sep 8, 2025

    Read: Romans 16, Psalm 31

    Study Questions (Romans 16)

    1. What do Paul’s greetings in verses 1-16 reveal about the early church community?


    2. How does Paul warn against division in verses 17-20?


    3. How can you intentionally contribute to unity in your own church family?

    Day 3 - Tue, Sep 9, 2025

    Read: 1 Corinthians 1, Psalms 32-33


    Study Questions (Psalm 32-33)

    1. According to Psalm 32, what blessings come from confessing sin and receiving God’s forgiveness?


    2. How does Psalm 33 highlight the contrast between trusting in human strength and trusting in the Lord?

    3. Where might you need to shift your confidence from self to God this week?

    Day 4 -  Wed, Sep 10, 2025

    Read: Psalms 34-35, Proverbs 9


    Study Questions (Psalm 34)

    1. What invitations does David give to God’s people in verses 8-14?



    2. How does this psalm describe God’s nearness to the brokenhearted?


    3. How can you put one of these invitations into practice this week?

    Day 5 - Thu, Sep 11, 2025

    Read: 1 Corinthians 2, Psalm 36


    Study Questions (1 Corinthians 2)

    1. How does Paul describe the source and nature of his message in verses 1-5?


    2. What role does the Holy Spirit play in revealing God’s wisdom in verses 6-16?


    3. How can you rely more on the Spirit’s power in your daily life?

    Day 6 - Fri, Sep 12, 2025

    Read: 1 Corinthians 3, Psalm 37

    Study Questions (1 Corinthians 3)

    1. How does Paul address divisions in the church in verses 1-9?


    2. What does it mean to build with materials that last (vv. 10-15)?

    3. Where is God calling you to be a faithful builder in His kingdom?

    Day 7 - Sat, Sep 13, 2025

    Read: Psalm 38, Proverbs 10


    Study Questions (Psalm 38)

    1. How does David express his awareness of sin and need for God’s help?


    2. What hope or confidence does David cling to despite his suffering?


    3. How can you respond like David when you feel weighed down by sin?

  • Day 1 – Sun, Sept 14, 2025

    Read: 1 Corinthians 4; Psalms 39–40

    Study Questions (1 Corinthians 4)

    1. Observation: What does Paul say about how servants of Christ should be regarded in verses 1–2?

    2. Interpretation: Why does Paul emphasize that only the Lord can judge motives (vv. 3–5), and how does this correct the Corinthians’ view of leaders?

    3. Application: How can remembering God’s role as ultimate Judge free you from seeking people’s approval this week?

    Day 2 – Mon, Sept 15, 2025

    Read: 1 Corinthians 5; Psalm 41

    Study Questions (1 Corinthians 5)

    1. Observation: What specific sin is reported in verses 1–2, and how had the church responded to it?

    2. Interpretation: Why does Paul insist that the church “remove the evil person” (vv. 6–13), and what does this reveal about God’s holiness?

    3. Application: How should your group or church approach situations of unrepentant sin in a way that both honors God and seeks restoration?

    Day 3 – Tue, Sept 16, 2025

    Read: Psalms 42–43; Proverbs 11

    Study Questions (Psalms 42–43)

    1. Observation: How does the psalmist describe his longing for God in verses 1–3?

    2. Interpretation: Why does the psalmist repeatedly tell his soul to “hope in God” (42:5, 11; 43:5), and what does this reveal about faith in seasons of despair?

    3. Application: Where in your life right now do you need to preach hope to your soul instead of listening to despair?

    Day 4 – Wed, Sept 17, 2025

    Read: 1 Corinthians 6; Psalm 44

    Study Questions (1 Corinthians 6)

    1. Observation: What does Paul say about lawsuits among believers in verses 1–8?

    2. Interpretation: How does Paul’s reminder that “you were bought with a price” (vv. 19–20) shape a Christian view of the body and holiness?

    3. Application: What would it look like for you to honor God with your body this week in a practical way?

    Day 5 – Thu, Sept 18, 2025

    Read: 1 Corinthians 7; Psalm 45

    Study Questions (1 Corinthians 7)

    1. Observation: What guidance does Paul give concerning marriage in verses 10–16?

    2. Interpretation: How does Paul describe singleness as a gift (vv. 32–35), and why is undivided devotion to the Lord so important?

    3. Application: How can you serve Christ wholeheartedly in your current stage of life, whether married or single?

    Day 6 – Fri, Sept 19, 2025

    Read: Psalm 46; Proverbs 12

    Study Questions (Psalm 46)

    1. Observation: How does the psalmist describe God in verses 1–3, especially in the midst of chaos?

    2. Interpretation: What does it mean that God is “our refuge and strength,” and how does this connect to His sovereignty over nations (vv. 4–11)?

    3. Application: What fears or uncertainties can you bring to God as your refuge today?

    Day 7 – Sat, Sept 20, 2025

    Read: 1 Corinthians 8; Psalm 47

    Study Questions (1 Corinthians 8)

    1. Observation: What does Paul say about knowledge and love in verses 1–3?

    2. Interpretation: How does Paul explain the danger of causing a “weaker” believer to stumble (vv. 7–13)?

    3. Application: Where might you need to limit your personal freedoms for the sake of someone else’s spiritual growth?

PROVERBS

Weekly Study Questions

These questions are designed to help you in your study as you see fit. They do not cover every passage, but they will certainly help in your group discussions!