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What is the illustration that Paul uses to explain the Christian's relationship to the written law?
What is the illustration that Paul uses to explain the Christian's relationship to the written law?
Marriage between a man and a woman
Who does the husband and the wife represent in Paul's illustration?
Who does the husband and the wife represent in Paul's illustration?
- Wife - The believers (correct)
- Husband - The Law (correct)
- Both are Christians
- None of the above
What is the purpose or goal of the Christian life?
What is the purpose or goal of the Christian life?
To bear fruit for God
What are the primary differences between the old life under the Law and the new life in the way of the Spirit?
What are the primary differences between the old life under the Law and the new life in the way of the Spirit?
What controls a person before he or she becomes a Believer?
What controls a person before he or she becomes a Believer?
How is a person released from the bondage of the Law?
How is a person released from the bondage of the Law?
What does the term 'dead' refer to in a biblical context?
What does the term 'dead' refer to in a biblical context?
What does 'death' mean in a biblical sense?
What does 'death' mean in a biblical sense?
What does the term 'covet' mean?
What does the term 'covet' mean?
What does 'good' mean in the biblical context?
What does 'good' mean in the biblical context?
How were those under the law released from that relation according to God?
How were those under the law released from that relation according to God?
Joined with the Risen Christ, they bear ________.
Joined with the Risen Christ, they bear ________.
Released from law, they give glad and willing ________.
Released from law, they give glad and willing ________.
Paul explains his struggle under law as a converted ________.
Paul explains his struggle under law as a converted ________.
Paul uses 'I', 'me', 'myself' ____ times in these 19 verses capital 'I' _____ times.
Paul uses 'I', 'me', 'myself' ____ times in these 19 verses capital 'I' _____ times.
Only _____ breaks a legal bond.
Only _____ breaks a legal bond.
It must be emphasized that only ______ breaks this legal claim and ____________ the same is true.
It must be emphasized that only ______ breaks this legal claim and ____________ the same is true.
The ____ was now dead to the ____ through Jesus Christ.
The ____ was now dead to the ____ through Jesus Christ.
The ______ has no moral significance.
The ______ has no moral significance.
It is the absence of ____, absence of the _____ ________, and control by the fallen ______.
It is the absence of ____, absence of the _____ ________, and control by the fallen ______.
Paul's great struggle, even after he has been saved, finds a law of sin working in his ________.
Paul's great struggle, even after he has been saved, finds a law of sin working in his ________.
The law, which intended to bring life, has now brought what?
The law, which intended to bring life, has now brought what?
Satan uses what is intended for good and changes it to an instrument of _______.
Satan uses what is intended for good and changes it to an instrument of _______.
The law is holy and good, not a part of ____.
The law is holy and good, not a part of ____.
What are the three characteristics that support that Paul was speaking of himself in these verses?
What are the three characteristics that support that Paul was speaking of himself in these verses?
What is the 'unregenerate' view that Douglas Moo holds about Paul?
What is the 'unregenerate' view that Douglas Moo holds about Paul?
What is Charles Cranfield's position on Romans 7?
What is Charles Cranfield's position on Romans 7?
What is a third position of the people that Paul is describing in these verses, according to Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones?
What is a third position of the people that Paul is describing in these verses, according to Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones?
What does Professor Dunn say is the 'two-sidedness' of the believer's experience?
What does Professor Dunn say is the 'two-sidedness' of the believer's experience?
What are the three stubborn facts that Stott gives for verses 14-25?
What are the three stubborn facts that Stott gives for verses 14-25?
Who does the 'I' represent from the perspective of salvation history?
Who does the 'I' represent from the perspective of salvation history?
What can be said about these OT believers? They loved the law but lacked the (A.)___. They were born on the Spirit, but not (B) by the Spirit.
What can be said about these OT believers? They loved the law but lacked the (A.)___. They were born on the Spirit, but not (B) by the Spirit.
How would you describe pre-Pentecost believers?
How would you describe pre-Pentecost believers?
Stott says that there is a right way and a wrong way to apply these passages. What is the wrong way?
Stott says that there is a right way and a wrong way to apply these passages. What is the wrong way?
What are the chapter 6 Tent Pegs?
What are the chapter 6 Tent Pegs?
Study Notes
Paul's Illustrations and Concepts
- Paul uses marriage as an analogy to explain the connection between Christians and the written law.
- In this analogy, the wife represents believers, while the husband symbolizes the Law.
Purpose of the Christian Life
- The primary goal of a Christian is to bear fruit for God.
Old Life vs. New Life
- The old life under the Law is characterized by sinful passions and death.
- In contrast, the new life in the Spirit emphasizes bearing fruit and living in newness.
Control and Freedom
- Before belief, an individual is governed by sinful nature.
- A person is released from the law's bondage through death to the law, which occurs in Christ.
Key Terms and Definitions
- Dead (Nekros): Refers to someone lifeless, having breathed their last.
- Death (Thanatos): Signifies the physical death of the body.
- Covet (Epithumeo): Represents a forbidden desire or lust.
- Good (Kalos): Describes something excellent in nature and well-suited to its purpose.
Believers and Legal Bondage
- Those under the law are released through sharing in Christ's death.
- Post-release, believers produce fruit and engage in joyful service.
Paul's Personal Struggles
- Paul articulates his ongoing struggle with sin as a converted Israelite, using personal pronouns extensively to express struggle (47 uses of "I," 28 capitalized).
Legal and Spiritual Claims
- Only death can dissolve a legal bond.
- This legal claim is also broken spiritually through death.
The Law’s Role and Sin
- The Jew is considered dead to the law through Jesus Christ.
- The physical body holds no moral significance in the context of spiritual life.
Life in the Spirit vs. Sin
- Absence of life and the Holy Spirit’s control leads to bondage under sin.
- Paul identifies the law, which aimed to bring life, as ultimately bringing a death sentence.
Satan and the Law
- Satan manipulates what is good to serve as an instrument of death.
- The law itself is holy and good, distinct from sin.
Interpretations of Paul’s Struggle
- Paul showcases a negative self-opinion, struggles with the law, and longs for deliverance.
- Douglas Moo suggests Paul is reflecting on his past as an unregenerate person.
- Charles Cranfield believes Paul portrays a true Christian experience.
- Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones suggests Paul describes someone feeling conviction, not yet converted.
Believers' Experience
- Professor Dunn highlights the duality of believers’ experiences: existing in Adam and in Christ simultaneously.
- Stott notes three stubborn facts regarding those described in Romans 7: they have been regenerated, are not in a mature state, and know little of the Holy Spirit.
Old Testament Believers
- The "I" in Romans can reflect the Old Testament believer who loved the law but lacked the indwelling Spirit.
Pre-Pentecost Believers
- Pre-Pentecost believers had a deep love for the law but were not empowered by the Spirit.
Applying Romans 7
- Misapplication of these passages could lead believers to view struggles as normal rather than recognize the potential for being stuck in an immature faith state.
Chapter 6 Themes
- Key themes from Chapter 6 include the goodness of the law, personal wretchedness, the marriage illustration, and Paul's own struggle as expressed through "I."
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Test your knowledge of Romans Chapter 7 with this quiz. Explore Paul's illustrations regarding the law and the essence of the Christian life. Perfect for Bible study groups and individuals seeking deeper understanding.
