Bible Study Snacks, Romans 8:26-39

Hi, everyone!

First, I would like to 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 26-39. 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...

Our present sufferings mean nothing in view of our ultimate redemption and revealing for which we eagerly and patiently wait.

This week in summary...

We have the privilege of the Holy Spirit and Jesus interceding for us when we pray, which assures that all things will work together for good for those called according to God's purpose. Finally, as God's elect we have the assurance that nothing can tear us away from God's love and that in all things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us

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 8:26-39. 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 weakness does the Bible say Christians have (Romans 8:26)?
2. How does the Lord help us with this problem (Romans 8:26-27)?
3. Memorize Romans 8:28. What is so important about this verse so that many Christians quote this verse?
4. Notice the sequence in Romans 8:29-31. They verify God’s purpose in our lives. {Fill in the blanks. Notice all 4 blanks follow an also.} For those God foreknew, He also _________________ and these He also____________________________; and to these He also ____________________________; and to these He also ____________________________.
5. Is God for us or against us (Romans 8:31)?
6. How does the Lord prove to us in Romans 8:32 that He really is for us, that is, on our side?
7. Why cannot anyone bring a charge against us (Romans 8:33-34)?
8. Which of these verses state the Lord’s love for His children (Romans 8:35-37)?
9. List those 7 troubles in Romans 8:35 which Christians often must face.
10. Even though we as Christians might face such hardships, are we allowed to question God’s love for us or another Christian (Romans 8:37)?
11. Where is the love of God found (Romans 8:39)?
12. Paul is absolutely convinced that nothing in this universe can separate us from the love of God. List the things that cannot threaten our loving relationship with the Lord (Romans 8:38-39).

Lastly, after answering the study questions, re-read Romans 8:26-39. 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