Romans

Many theological issues have been debated in the church through the centuries. The book of Romans deals with controversial issues of theology perhaps more than any other book of the Bible. Here are some examples of questions answered in this letter.

Theological Questions Answered in Romans

Note to class leader: Read each question and pause to let various members answer. The group should not spend much time on any question and should not try to come to conclusions. The purpose of the list is to show that there are many opinions about these questions.

1. What must a person believe in order to be saved by faith?
2. What does it mean that a Christian does not work for his salvation?
3. Did God decide to save some people and not to save others?
4. How does God choose who is saved and who is not?
5. What will happen to people who have never heard the gospel?
6. How can God be just if he forgives some sinners and punishes others?
7. Is a believer still a sinner?
8. What kind of spiritual victory is possible for real life?
9. Is it possible for a believer to lose his salvation?
10. Does God still have a plan for Israel?