Week 1

Read:

• Information regarding The Letter From Paul to the Romans (in the ICSB pages 13-14) and any additional sources you wish to utilize (i.e. bible, online, etc.)
• Introduction (Romans 1:1-17)
• Humanity without Christ – Part 1 (Romans 1:18-2:29)

Information:

• It is clear that Saint Paul wrote “Romans.”  Looking at verse 1:1, he introduces himself, the writer of the letter.
• Theme: Righteousness of God (see verse 1:17).

Questions:

• What verse(s) stood out to you and why?
• Do you see God’s grandeur in nature?  If so, give examples. (see Romans 1:18-20)
• How do people in our society today go against nature?  In what ways are they knowingly hurting their relationship with God? (see Romans 1:18-32)
• Do you, or do all of us as a society, approve of others’ sins?  Even if we do not commit a particular sin ourselves, how are we to blame if we approve of the sin of others? (see Romans 1:32)
• “Do you not know that God’s kindness is meant to lead you to repentance?” (Romans 2:4).  How earnest are you in repenting?  How important is repentance? (see Romans 2:1-14).
• We all will be judged by God.  To be saved, we must live our lives according to God’s will.  We must practice what Jesus Christ preached (see Romans 2:12-13). How well do you live your life?
• To whom do you seek praise, others or God? (see Romans 2:29)
• Additional Questions found in your study guide or in the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible – The Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans (page 43).