Romans: Confess & Believe
Life Group Questions
Key Passages: Romans 10:1-13; Galatians 3:19-25; Matthew 22:34-40

1. Read Romans 10:1-7
i. Who do you desire to be saved?

ii. How can we communicate the gospel to those “zealous” for a false belief?

iii. How can we communicate that Christ has accomplished righteousness on our behalf with those who think they must earn at least part of their righteousness themselves?

2. Read Romans 10:8-13
i. Discuss the assurance communicated in verses 7-9.

ii. Why are “confession” and “belief” necessary in the salvific process? See also James 2:18-20.

iii. What is the significance of the word “Whoever” in verses 11-13? How does this inform our witness as individuals and as a church?

3. Read Galatians 3:19-25; see also Matthew 22:34-40
i. What was the purpose of the law before Christ? What role does the law currently play in the life of the believer? What role does it play in the life of the unbeliever?

ii. Why is it important for the believer to understand the law and its role in their lives?