St. James AME Church

Bible Study Romans 8

Date: ______________

1. What does Paul say regarding those who are in Christ Jesus (i.e.,

 Christians) (1)? ________________________________________.

 2. Define “condemnation” (1). Use a dictionary if necessary. ______

 _____________________________________________________.

3. What has set you free from the law of sin and death (2)? ________.

4. What things could the Law not do (8:3; see 7:7-12)? ___________.

5. Can anyone be a genuine Christian and not have the Holy Spirit (9)? 

 _______________________________________________________.

6. What are Christians not obligated to do (12)? __________________.

7. What is the end result of a person who lives by the principles and

 power of the flesh (13)? __________________________________

 ______________________________________________________.

8. What happens when one lives by the Spirit (13)? _________________.

9. From verse 16 share what the Spirit does in the hearts of Christians? 

 _____________________________________________________.

10. Why does “hope” accurately characterize a Christian's life on earth

 (24-25)? ____________________________________________

 ___________________________________________________.

11.Will we have hope in heaven (24-25)? ______________________.

12. What weakness does the Bible say Christians have (26)? _______.

13. Memorize Romans 8:28. What is so important about this verse so

 that many Christians quote this verse _______________________.

14. Why cannot anyone bring a charge against us (33-34)? __________.

15. Which of these verses states the LORD’s love for His children

 (35-37)? ______________________________________________.

16. Even though we as Christians might face such hardships, are we

 allowed to question God’s love for us or another Christian (37)? ________________________________________________________.

17. Share at least two changes you desire to take place in your life

 because of this chapter:

 1. _____________________________________________________.

 2. _____________________________________________________.