Opening: Think back to the most difficult period or experience in your life. Did
it suddenly happen to you, or was it something you contributed to? In what ways
did it change you?
Scripture: Read
Romans 5:1-11.
Connect
the Text with Your Life:
- Romans 5 contains two more steps on “The Romans Road.” These verses, and the others we will memorize, give us a simple, yet powerful explanation of the Gospel. Memorize Romans 5:1 and 5:8. And by the way, we will encounter others as we continue to walk through Romans together.
- Though not part of “The Romans Road”, verses 3-5 are very challenging, yet comforting words. Do you see the truth of these verses as you reflect upon your most difficult time of your life?
- What are your feelings as you reflect upon verses 10-11? Might you write a prayer of thanksgiving with these verses in mind?
Prayer
Focus: Thank God that He came “just as the right time”
(see verse 6).
