Romans 14:1-12 Bible Study Questions

RESPECTING OUR DIFFERENCES

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1. What kind of people are we told to accept (14:1)?



2. What condition is put upon the way we accept them (1b)?



3. Describe the two kinds of people and their faith as mentioned in verse 2.

4. What does Paul ask both groups to do in verse 3?



5. What is the main point of his question in verse 4?



6. Paul goes from speaking about foods to what topic in verse 5?



7. Describe the two views Christians have toward treating certain days as holy days (5).

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8. What is the most important principle both groups need to remember (5c)?



9.What makes a person’s views 'holy' and acceptable to the Lord (6)?



10. The NASB translation of verse 7 is more accurate: “For not one of us lives for himself,
and not one dies for himself.” If we don’t live or die for ourselves, for whom do we live (8)?



11. What was the overall purpose of Christ’s death and resurrection (9)?



12. Paul asks two questions in verse 10. Write them in your own words.

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13. Why are we not to judge our brothers and sisters (10c)?



14. Are Christians exempt from the need to give an account of ourselves? Why (11-12)?



15. List at least two changes you desire to take place in your life because of these verses:

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Bonus questions on Romans 14:1-12 • Why is the one which limits what he eats weak in faith the one rather than the other person? • A holy life is one which does what pleases God. How does this apply if there is no particular right or wrong way? • Has the reality of giving an account of your life hit home? What do you think you will need to give an account for? How are you faring? List one way to improve.

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