Bible Study Snacks, Romans 15:14-33

Hi, everyone!

Thank you for joining me this week as we continue our journey through the Epistle of Romans. I hope that all in your life has been going well! I also sincerely hope that you'll find these Bible Study Snacks helpful and spiritually enlightening in your walk with God. In this session, we will study Romans 15:14-33

Here is this week's bible study in summary...

At this point, Paul begins to draw this epistle to a close by making remarks concerning his apostleship and plans to see them. Recognizing their own abilities in the faith, he still felt it appropriate to write to them as he did. Speaking of his design not to preach where Christ had already been received, Paul tells of his plan to come to Rome on his way to Spain. But first, he is going to the poor saints in Jerusalem with a contribution from the saints in Macedonia and Achaia. Realizing the danger such a trip entails, he asks to be remembered in their prayers.

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 15:14-33. 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. Does Paul have a negative or positive attitude toward the brothers and sisters (Romans 15:14)? Why do you say that?
2. List the three characteristics Paul is convinced that his brethren possess (15:14)?
3. Why did Paul write so boldly in the book of Romans (Romans 15:15a)?
4. Where did Paul’s authority to do this come from (Romans 15:15b)?
5. Write in your own words the concept (analogy) Paul had toward his ministry (see Romans 15:16).
6. Is it right to be boastful? Explain Paul’s attitude toward this and his ministry (Romans 15:17-18).
7. How was Paul faithful to the test he mentioned in Romans 15:18 (see 19)?
8. What was Paul’s aspiration as a minister of the gospel (Romans 15:20-21)? Why was this particularly appropriate as an apostle?
9. Does Paul want to visit Rome (Romans 15:22-24)? Why? What other intention does he have?
10. What is Paul’s explanation for delaying his trip to Rome (Romans 15:25-26)?
11. Did Paul think it was appropriate for the Gentiles to make an offering to the Jews (Romans 15:26-27)? Why?
12. Does Paul then expect to be able to visit them (Romans 15:28-29)?
13. Describe how Paul wanted them to pray for him (Romans 15:30)?
14. What did Paul ask prayer for (Romans 15:30-32)?

Finally, after answering the study questions, re-read Romans Romans 15:14-33. 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 the Bible 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