Romans 1-4
St Paul called himself an apostle. What does apostle mean?
Appointed person by God to preach his Word
Romans 8 ends with Paul declaring that nothing can separate us from this.
love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord
Romans 10:17 says faith comes from hearing, and hearing through this.
the word of God
In Romans 14, Paul says that the kingdom of God is not about eating and drinking, but about?
Righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.
Where was the church that received Paul's letter located?
Rome
In Romans 2, Paul contrasts circumcision of the flesh with circumcision of this.
the heart
According to Romans 8:28, “all things work together for good” for whom?
Those who love God
Paul appeals to God’s sovereign choice by citing these two Old Testament brothers, saying God loved one and hated the other.
Jacob and Esau
Paul sums up the law in Romans 13 with this single command (hint: has to do with your neighbour)
love your neighbour as yourself
One of the main tensions in Romans is between these two groups of believers, whom Paul calls to unity in Christ.
Jews and Gentiles
Who does Paul use as an example of faith in the Old Testament?
Abraham
Romans chapter 5 states that because sin entered through one man, what entered through sin?
death
Romans 12 describes a list of spiritual gifts. Name three.
prophecy, service, teaching, exhortation, generosity, leadership, or mercy (any three)
What does Paul pray for in Romans 15:5?
Unity and harmony
Paul’s theology was radically transformed when he encountered the risen Christ on this road.
road to Damascus
Paul says God’s invisible attributes—eternal power and divine nature—are clearly perceived through this.
creation (the things that have been made)
In Romans 7, Paul says, “the good I want to do, I do not do.” he attributes this inner conflict to this spiritual law.
the law of sin
In Romans 9:16 , Paul emphasizes that salvation depends not on Human effort but on what ?
God’s will and mercy
In Romans 14, what principle does Paul teach about personal accountability?
Each of us shall give account of himself to God
In Romans 15, Paul mentions his desire to travel through Rome on his way to this country (hint: in Europe)
What is Spain?
According to St Paul, what promise did Abraham receive?
to become the father of all nations
Romans 6 describes baptism as being united with Christ in these two ways.
His death and resurrection
According to Romans 12:2, we are transformed by...
Renewing our mind - knowing Gods will
Romans 13 tells us to be subject to these, because they have been instituted by God.
governing authorities
In Romans 16:3–4, Paul says these two people “risked their lives” for him
Aquila and Priscilla