To engage the learners in a study of the Scripture text:
Read Romans 5:6-11 and discuss the following questions with your group.
- How does Paul describe humanity’s condition before Jesus died for us?
- How does Paul describe the effects of Christ’s death upon believers?
- What motivated God to rescue us?
- How would you explain to someone who had never heard about Jesus what it means to be “justified by his blood” and “reconciled to God through his death”?
Read Romans 8:31-39 and discuss the following questions with your group.
- How has God demonstrated that he is “for us”?
- What protects us from any “charge,” or accusation of guilt, being brought against us?
- What is the closest you have come to feeling separated from God’s love?
- What got you through that time?
To encourage personal application:
Consider dividing into groups of three or four people for the following time of sharing and prayer.
- Right now do you feel more like a “conqueror” (Romans 8:37) or someone who has been conquered?
- Share one struggle in your life for which those in your group can pray.
- These passages highlight God’s work on our behalf, as well as the love that motivates God’s actions. After praying for one another according to what was shared, conclude by thanking God both for his work and for his love.
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