Bible Study Snacks, Romans 8:12-25

Hi, everyone!

Thank you for joining me again as we continue our journey through the Book of Romans. I hope that all has been going well! This week, we will be studying Chapter 8 verses 12-25. As always, it's my most sincere hope that you find these Bible Study Snacks helpful and spiritually enlightening in your walk with God.

Each week, before moving on with our study, we briefly review the scripture that was discussed during our last meeting together. I really feel that doing this helps prepare us for our current study. I hope you agree!

In review, we last learned that...

For those in Christ who are walking according to the Spirit, there is no condemnation for sin, for the death of Christ for sin has set us free from the law of sin and death by fulfilling the requirement of the law. By setting our minds on the things of the Spirit and not the flesh, we are able to enjoy life and peace, pleasing God.

This week in summary...

The blessings of being God's children are enlarged upon in the rest of the chapter. Our present sufferings mean nothing in view of our ultimate redemption and revealing for which we eagerly and patiently wait.

Let’s pray:

Heavenly father, please guide us as we study your Word today; I pray that our hearts and our minds will be open so that we will not only receive your Gospel, but learn from it as well; you are the Light of the world, Lord, and your Spirit will illuminate our path as we journey through your teachings. In the name of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Savior. Amen.

Carefully read through Romans 8:12-25. Here again, I must stress the word “carefully” because if you aren’t “careful” you will miss Paul’s point. Let Paul speak to you through his writings as if he were right there with you, sharing his story in person.

This week’s study questions:

1. What are Christians not obligated to do (Romans 8:12)? State that in your own words.
2. What is the end result of a person who lives by the principles and power of the flesh (Romans 8:13)?
3. What happens when one lives by the Spirit (Romans 8:13)?
4. Christians not only have the Spirit of God (Romans 8:9) but also are “___________________” by the Spirit of God and as a result are called the sons of God. (Please fill in the blank from Romans 8:14.)
5. What happens when people are driven by a spirit of slavery (Romans 8:15)?
6. What happens when people are driven by a spirit of sonship (Romans 8:15)?
7. From Romans 8:16 share what the Spirit does in the hearts of Christians?
8. Write in the progression of thought Paul makes in verse 17. If we are children, then we are “ _________________, and because of this we are “_____________________.”
9. What pattern of Christian living is mentioned in the latter part of Romans 8:17?
10. Describe both the sufferings and the glories that are mentioned in Romans 8:18. Fill in the blanks: “_______________sufferings are not worthy comparing with the glory that ____________________.”
11. What is waiting for the sons of God to be revealed (Romans 8:19)?
12. Why is it so expectantly waiting (Romans 8:20)?
13. Like the end of a beautiful novel, share how this world’s story will end (Romans 8:21)?
14. How does Romans 8:22 amplify the phrase in Romans 8:20 “creation was subjected to frustration”?
15. Who else besides the creation is groaning and anticipating the liberation of God’s children (Romans 8:23)?
16. Why does hope accurately characterize a Christian’s life on earth (Romans 8:24-25)?
17. Will we have hope in heaven (Romans 8:24-25)?

Lastly, after answering the study questions, re-read Romans 8:12-25. Take your time and read each question and verse as many times as you feel necessary. Keep in mind that by doing this, you might see something new that you overlooked the first time around.

As we journey through our studies together, I will continue to pray that God’s message will come through to you loud and crystal clear. Until next time, I wish everyone a blessed week!

God bless you!

Sheri