The Free Gift Of God

Lesson 10: The Free Gift Of God

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Using what you have learned over the past few lessons, re-write verse 1 in your own words.

in Verses 1-5, Paul speaks of the certainty we can have as justified sinners. What are some of the things he says we can have certainty about?

is there anyone in your life that you would be willing to die to protect? If so, why?

In contrast with our own ability to love people, how does God demonstrate the greatness of his love for us?

according to verse 9, what has Jesus’ death saved us from?

Paul tells us we should rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ. When was the last time you experienced joy because you know you have been forgiven?

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In this section, Paul draws a connection between Adam and Jesus. Illustrate this comparison below using pictures, words, or symbols. focus on these questions: what did Adam and Jesus do? What did they earn? What did their work bring us?

How does Paul describe Christ’s righteousness in this passage? (Vs. 17)

What does it mean that justification is a free gift?

What does God’s gift of righteousness guarantee for us? (Vs. 21)

Implications

if our life is intimately wrapped up in Jesus’ life and his life in ours, how could that change the way we view sin?

Think about how you would share the gospel with someone who wasn't a christian what would you say? How would what you say be different for a friend who knew about Jesus but didn't really trust him?

What role do you think repentance and believing has in the christian’s life? Do we still need to repent and ask forgiveness after we’ve been made right with God? Why? or Why not?