Romans 7:1
Do you not know, brothers (for I am speaking to those who know the law), that the law has authority over a man only as long as he lives?
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Romans 7:1?

2. How does Romans 7:1 illustrate the law's authority over a person’s life?

3. What role does the law play in a believer's spiritual journey?

4. How can understanding Romans 7:1 deepen our appreciation for Christ's fulfillment of the law?

5. How should Romans 7:1 influence our daily obedience to God's commandments?

6. How does Romans 7:1 connect with Galatians 3:24 about the purpose of the law?

7. How does Romans 7:1 relate to the concept of being "under the law"?

8. What historical context influenced Paul's message in Romans 7:1?

9. How does Romans 7:1 challenge the belief in salvation through works?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 7?

11. How can Romans 7:1–6 claim that believers are “released” from the Law when elsewhere Scripture upholds its importance?

12. Who are you to judge others?

13. Is a second marriage considered adultery?

14. Is remarriage after divorce permissible according to the Bible?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the law's authority over a person help us appreciate the freedom we have in Christ?

2. In what ways does Romans 7:1 challenge us to examine our relationship with legalism and grace?

3. How can the analogy of marriage in 1 Corinthians 7 help us understand our release from the law through Christ's death?

4. What role does the law play in revealing our need for a Savior, and how should this impact our daily walk with Christ?

5. How can we apply the concept of living a new life in the Spirit to our personal struggles with sin and temptation?1. How does the analogy of marriage in verses 1-6 apply to being released from the law?

2. How does Paul view the law's role in relationship to sin?

3. Why is the law described as "holy, righteous, and good" if it stirs up sin?

4. How does the commandment "Do not covet" illuminate the sinfulness of human nature?

5. How does Paul describe the inner conflict between sin and the desire to do good?

6. How can you relate to the struggle Paul describes in verse 15?

7. How can the principle of "doing what you hate" be applied in today's context?

8. How does Paul differentiate between his 'true self' and sin living within him?

9. In what ways do you see the law at work within your members, waging war against the law of your mind?

10. How does Paul's cry for deliverance resonate with your personal experiences?

11. How can you thank God for deliverance through Jesus Christ in your daily life?

12. How can Paul's struggles with sin inform our understanding of personal shortcomings?

13. How does the reality of our struggle with sin highlight the necessity of Jesus' salvation?

14. How does this chapter shape your view of personal responsibility for sin?

15. How does understanding the purpose of the law affect your view of Old Testament laws?

16. How can the struggles depicted in Romans 7 guide you in overcoming personal struggles with sin?

17. How can the teachings in this chapter help us approach those struggling with sin?

18. How does Romans 7 challenge societal views on personal freedom and accountability?

19. How can the teachings in Romans 7 guide your choices and behavior?

20. How can you apply the lessons from Romans 7 to help others understand their struggle with sin?

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