Romans 7:20
And if I do what I do not want, it is no longer I who do it, but it is sin living in me that does it.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Romans 7:20?

2. How does Romans 7:20 illustrate the struggle between sin and our new nature?

3. What role does human will play in overcoming sin, according to Romans 7:20?

4. How can we rely on the Holy Spirit to combat sin's influence in us?

5. How does Romans 7:20 connect with Paul's teachings in Galatians 5:16-17?

6. What practical steps can we take to align our actions with God's will?

7. How does Romans 7:20 explain the struggle between sin and personal responsibility?

8. Does Romans 7:20 suggest humans lack control over sinful actions?

9. How does Romans 7:20 align with the concept of free will?

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

11. What does 'you are not your own' mean?

12. What are the two natures of a believer?

13. Romans 7:15-20 suggests an internal struggle against sin--how does this psychological conflict align with scientific understandings of human behavior?

14. If Paul is speaking personally in Romans 7:14, why does he seem to contradict his own moral and spiritual teachings?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Paul's description of the struggle with sin in Romans 7:20 resonate with your personal experiences as a believer?

2. In what ways can understanding the nature of sin as described in this passage help you in your daily walk with Christ?

3. How do other scriptures, such as Galatians 5:17 and Philippians 2:13, provide additional insight into the conflict between the flesh and the Spirit?

4. What practical steps can you take to rely more on God's grace and the Holy Spirit in overcoming sin in your life?

5. How can the teachings in Romans 7:20 encourage you to support and pray for fellow believers who are struggling with sin?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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