By Michael Mack 1. What event has marked the biggest change of direction in your life? Read Romans 6:1-4, 12-14, 17-23. 2. In your own words, how would you answer Paul’s question: Can Christians keep sinning since that would amplify God’s forgiveness and grace? 3. Examine all the differences between what we used to be […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Think of a time when you watched someone create a masterpiece. Perhaps it was an artist painting a picture, a construction crew building a house, or a chef preparing an elaborate meal. Consider the designs and plans that only the creator knew, the process it took to complete it, and […]
By Mike Mack 1. Besides your salvation, what is the best thing you’ve ever gotten for free? Read Romans 3:21-31. 2. Your group is in charge of explaining and defending “justification by grace” to a group of people who have never heard of this. What specifics will you cover? (For example: Is it an act […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Jesus said, “The mouth speaks what the heart is full of” (Matthew 12:34). How does what you say—or fail to say—reveal who you really are on the inside? Read Romans 3:9-20. 2. Identify all of the absolutes (such as all and no one) in the passage. What messages about humankind do […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. If someone asked you why you are a Christian, how would you respond? Read Romans 2:17-29. 2. Who specifically was Paul addressing in this passage? Why was he addressing them? 3. Do you think hypocrisy is an issue in today’s church? Why or why not? 4. How do you see God’s […]
