April 06, 2020

The Message in the Letter, Part 2

FCC Vision Statement: Building on Exposition, Centering on Christ, Dying in Community, Serving on Mission

Romans 1:2-4

2 which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy Scriptures, 3 concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh 4 and was declared to be the Son of God in power according to the Spirit of holiness by his resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord,

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The Message in the Letter, Part 2— Pastor Lonnie D. Bell, Jr.
Romans 1:2-4
Sermon Series: Romans (4th sermon)
April 5, 2020

DEEP SHEET: Sermon Study Questions
1.   How does knowing more about Christ enhance our communication with him?
2.   How does Jesus’ identity as the “Son of David” demonstrate God’s sovereignty and faithfulness?
3.   Discuss what it means that Jesus has two natures. How could this truth be neglected or misunderstood?
4.   How does Christ’s humanity bring us comfort during this time?
5.   Read and discuss the three texts cited to explain the meaning of v. 4. How does Philippians 2:6-11 help?
6.   What does Christ’s resurrected glory mean for us now and in the future?

References: Genesis 49:8-12; 2 Samuel 7:12-13; Isaiah 9:7; Jeremiah 23:5; Matthew 1:1-17; Luke 3:23-38; Hebrews 4:15; Romans 9:5; Hebrews 1:2; Colossians 1:13, 16; John 3:16; Romans 8:3; Acts 2:36; Matthew 28:18; Acts 13:32-33; Psalm 2:7; Philippians 2:6-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20.