Discussion Questions

• Paul says the Israelites had “zeal without knowledge” (Romans 10:2). How can religious fervor sometimes blind people to the gospel?
• Why do you think salvation by faith alone is often so difficult for people to accept?
• Romans 10:14-15 emphasizes the necessity of preaching the gospel. What does that look like practically for you?

Discussion Questions

• Paul was deeply grieved for those who rejected Christ. Who in your life do you feel this kind of burden for, and how does this passage challenge or encourage your prayers for them?
• How does the doctrine of election humble us and challenge our sense of fairness?
• Romans 9 emphasizes that salvation is based on God’s mercy, not our merit. How does this shape your view of salvation and evangelism?

Discussion Questions

• How would you retell the Gospel from Romans 1-8 to someone else?
• Where is faith in Jesus bringing about glad obedience to his commands in your life? Encourage someone else by telling them where you see this happening in their lives.
• How does remembering who you are (“dead to sin and alive to God”), lead to greater obedience from the heart?
• In what ways is the Gospel for both believers and unbelievers?

Discussion Questions

• How can you practice being fully present with those around you this week—in your family, workplace, or community?
• In what ways has God "salted" (gifted) you uniquely to preserve, enhance, and bring life to your sphere of influence? How can you use those gifts intentionally?
• How can your community group or close friends collaborate to declare and display Christ in both words and actions?

Discussion Questions

• In your life, what role has sharing a meal with someone played in building and strengthening relationships?
• Why do you think sharing a meal with someone creates the opportunity for deep connection?
• How will you plan to intentionally share meals to make connections with old friends and new friends in 2025?

Discussion Questions

• Who has been your spiritual friend(s) and in what ways have they changed your life?
• Who has been your spiritual friend(s) and in what ways have you helped change their life?
• Who might God want you to reach out to be a friend?

Discussion Questions

• How can you set your mind on things above and make worship part of your daily life?
• How can you foster a spirit of unity and thankfulness in your interactions with fellow believers?
• How is God calling you to share the gospel and live out your faith in your community this week?

Discussion Questions

• How has God shown you his love this past year?
• How can you perfect God's love to you by showing that love to someone else this week?
• What people in your life do you find hard to love? How does the love of God in Christ help you in your weakness?