Romans 6:20
For when you were slaves to sin, you were free of obligation to righteousness.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Romans 6:20?

2. How does Romans 6:20 describe our past relationship with righteousness before Christ?

3. What does being "slaves to sin" mean in Romans 6:20?

4. How does Romans 6:20 connect with Jesus' teachings on freedom in John 8:34-36?

5. In what ways can we ensure we are "slaves to righteousness" today?

6. How can understanding Romans 6:20 help us resist sin in daily life?

7. What does Romans 6:20 imply about the nature of freedom and slavery in sin?

8. How does Romans 6:20 challenge the concept of free will in Christianity?

9. What historical context influenced Paul's message in Romans 6:20?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 6?

11. What defines being spiritually dead?

12. What does 'dying to self' truly mean?

13. In 1 Corinthians 9:19, Paul insists he has made himself a slave to everyone; how does this reconcile with the New Testament theme of freedom in Christ?

14. What does the Greek word 'arsenokoitai' mean?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding our past slavery to sin help us appreciate our freedom in Christ today?

2. In what ways can we actively pursue righteousness in our daily lives, and how does this reflect our new identity in Christ?

3. How do the concepts of freedom and obligation to righteousness coexist in the life of a believer?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure we are living out our freedom in Christ rather than falling back into old patterns of sin?

5. How can the transformation described in Romans 6:20 encourage us in our spiritual growth and witness to others?1. What does Paul mean by "we who died to sin" in verse 2?

2. How does the concept of baptism relate to the death and resurrection of Christ as presented in verses 3-4?

3. How does understanding that we have been "united with Him in a death like His" affect your view of your old sinful nature?

4. How can believers live out being "dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus" in practical ways?

5. What does it mean in your daily life not to let sin reign in your mortal body?

6. How does Paul's analogy of slavery apply to the Christian experience?

7. How do the "wages of sin" compare to the "free gift of God" in verse 23?

8. How does the idea of being a "slave to righteousness" affect your understanding of freedom in Christ?

9. What steps can you take to offer parts of your body to God as instruments of righteousness?

10. How can the teachings in Romans 6 help you to deal with recurrent sins in your life?

11. How do you interpret the phrase "obedience leads to righteousness" in the context of your faith?

12. How does Romans 6 challenge the way you perceive the grace of God?

13. How can you apply the principle of "sin shall no longer be your master" in your life?

14. What comfort and challenge do you find in the promise of eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord?

15. How do you see your past, present, and future in light of Romans 6?

16. How does knowing that grace doesn't encourage sin influence your understanding of God's grace?

17. In what ways can you actively live in the "newness of life" in your day-to-day experiences?

18. How does the concept of being "freed from sin" influence your life choices?

19. How can you use Romans 6 to guide your responses to temptations?

20. What does Romans 6 teach about the relationship between sin, law, and grace? How can this understanding influence your interactions and decisions in today's world?

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