Romans 8: Group Study Handout

How to use: read Romans 8 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.

Overview

Paul writes that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus who walk according to the Spirit (vv. 1-4). He explains that living according to the flesh leads to death, while living according to the Spirit brings life and peace (vv.

Key verse

“There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who don’t walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.”
Romans 8:1 (WEB)

Outline

Romans 8:1–4 No Condemnation in Christ
Romans 8:5–8 Living According to the Spirit
Romans 8:9–11 The Spirit Dwells in Believers
Romans 8:12–17 Adoption as God’s Children
Romans 8:18–23 Future Glory Amid Suffering
Romans 8:24–27 Hope and the Spirit's Help
Romans 8:28–39 Assurance of God’s Love

Discussion questions

In v1, who does Paul say is not condemned?
What does Paul mean by 'the law of the Spirit of life' in v2?
In vv. 29-30, what does it mean to be 'predestined' to be 'conformed to the image of his Son'?
In v38, why does Paul list 'death, nor life, nor angels' in relation to God's love?
When have you felt assured of being a 'child of God' despite challenges?

Go deeper

Passages that echo Romans 8: Ephesians 1, Jeremiah 1, 2 Timothy 1.

Before next time: read Romans 9.