Romans Chapter Insights

Questions and Answers

In Romans, Paul teaches that church members who know it is permissible to eat food that others think is sinful to eat should:

Rebuke those who are 'weak in faith' and a hindrance to the gospel

Appeal to church leaders to resolve the dispute

Not to eat that food as an accommodation for those who might be injured by their actions (correct)

Try to set an example to the unenlightened by eating the food publicly

With regard to governing authorities, Paul tells the Romans that:

The devil is the god of this world and has assigned worldly power to tyrants

Gentile rulers lord over the subjects now but will have to answer to Christ eventually

People must obey God rather than any human authority

Governing authorities are instituted by God and must not be resisted (correct)

In Romans, which of the following is not a possible meaning of 'faith' (pistis) in relation to being justified or put right with God?

People are justified by God's faithfulness to the divine promises

People are justified by putting their own faith in God

People are justified by Christ's faithfulness to God's will in dying on the cross

People are justified by Paul's faithfulness in preaching the gospel (correct)

Which of the following is not a proposed reason why Paul wrote Romans?

To re-establish contact with the Roman church that he had founded during his 2nd missionary journey Signup and view all the answers

What is the thesis of Paul's letter to the Romans?

The gospel reveals the righteousness of God through faith for faith Signup and view all the answers

Paul writes Romans from:

Corinth in the year 57 or 58 Signup and view all the answers

Paul interprets this as the believer's participation in Christ's death, burial, and resurrection:

Baptism Signup and view all the answers

Paul encourages the Roman Christians to give money for a collection to be offered for:

The care of the poor in Jerusalem Signup and view all the answers

Paul interprets Israel's 'rejection of Christ' as:

An example of God's mysterious purpose Signup and view all the answers

When Jesus restores believers to a right relationship with God, this is called:

'Justification by faith' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Church Conduct and Food

Church members are encouraged to avoid eating controversial food to prevent harming others' conscience.
Paul's teaching emphasizes accommodating the beliefs of those considered "weak in faith."

Governing Authorities

Paul asserts that governing authorities are established by God and should not be resisted by believers.
This perspective reflects a theological understanding of the role of power and authority in society.

Justification and Faith

Justification before God can be attributed to several factors: God's faithfulness, individual faith in God, and Christ's obedience.
Paul's faithfulness in preaching is not a basis for justification.

Purpose of Writing Romans

Paul wrote Romans to garner support for his mission to Spain and to promote unity between Jews and Gentiles.
Re-establishing contact with the Roman church he founded during his second missionary journey is not a correct reason for the letter.

Thesis of Romans

The central thesis of Paul's letter is the revelation of God's righteousness through faith.

Author's Location and Timing

Paul composed Romans while in Corinth around the year 57 or 58 AD.

Symbolism of Baptism

Baptism is interpreted as a significant act symbolizing a believer's participation in Christ's death, burial, and resurrection.

Collection for the Poor

Paul encourages a financial collection aimed at supporting the impoverished in Jerusalem.

Israel's Rejection of Christ

Paul views Israel's rejection of Christ as part of a greater, mysterious divine plan rather than a failure of God’s promises.

Justification by Faith

The restoration of believers' relationship with God is referred to as "justification by faith."

Description

Explore key concepts from the Book of Romans including church conduct, the role of governing authorities, and the theme of justification through faith. This quiz delves into Paul's teachings and the purpose behind his letter to the Romans, addressing the unity of Jewish and Gentile believers.