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The Power of the Gospel – Romans
Sundays 10:30-11:30 AM
Location: Upper Level Parish Center
| 1/12/25 | We’ll explore the historical context, authorship, and key themes of the Book of Romans. |
| 1/19/25 | Discover “The Gospel’s Power for Salvation” as we dive into Romans 1. Learn why we all need the Gospel. |
| 1/26/25 | NO CLASS – Finish the Race – Gymnasium |
| 2/2/25 | Romans 2, focusing on “The Gospel and God’s Righteous Judgment.” Understand why we’re no better than anyone else in God’s eyes. |
| 2/9/25 | Romans 3 and “The Gospel’s Declaration of Human Sinfulness.” Learn the difference between the Law and the Gospel: Guilt vs. Grace |
| 2/16/25 | Romans 4 and “The Gospel and Justification by Faith.” We’ll discuss Abraham’s example and the role of faith in righteousness. |
| 2/23/25 | Romans 5 and “The Gospel’s Gift of Peace and Hope.” Discover reconciliation and the hope we have through Christ. |
| 3/2/25 | Romans 6 and “The Gospel’s Call to New Life.” Learn about dying to sin and living in Christ. |
| 3/9/25 | Romans 7 and “The Gospel and the Struggle with Sin.” Discuss the believer’s struggle with sin and the role of the law. |
| 3/16/25 | Romans 8 and “The Gospel’s Life-Giving Spirit.” Discover life in the Spirit and the hope of future glory – especially in times of trouble. |
| 3/23/25 | Romans 9 and “The Gospel and God’s Sovereign Choice.” Understand God’s sovereignty in salvation and why we depend entirely on his grace. |
| 3/30/25 | Romans 10 and “The Gospel’s Proclamation of Salvation.” Learn about the necessity of faith and why the Gospel needs preachers and teachers. |
| 4/6/25 | Romans 11 and “The Gospel and Israel’s Future.” Discuss the mystery of Israel’s salvation and the world-wide church. |
| 4/13/25 | Romans 12 and “The Gospel’s Call to Holy Living.” Learn about the difference the Gospel makes in our life: living sacrifices and practical Christian ethics. |
| 4/20/25 | NO CLASS – Easter |
| 4/27/25 | Romans 13 and “The Gospel and Authority.” Understand the role of governing authorities and our call to love others. |
| 5/4/25 | Romans 14 and “The Gospel’s Freedom and Responsibility.” Learn about accepting one another’s differences and living responsibly in our freedom. |
| 5/11/25 | Romans 15 and “The Gospel’s Unity and Mission.” Discover unity in Christ and Paul’s missionary vision. |
| 5/18/25 | Conclusion of our series with Romans 16 and “The Gospel’s Community and Grace.” Reflect on Paul’s final greetings, and the unifying love that comes from the Gospel. |