Romans 13-16 Authority Flashcards
Why does Paul state in Romans 13:11 that now is the time to wake up from your slumber?
Once you accept truth there is no reason to remain in darkness
What is the continuing debt that we owe one another?
To love
Why is the conclusion in Romans 13:11 that our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed an absolute truth?
Because each day is one day closer to the time we die and go to Heaven
Why are orgies, drunkenness, sexual immorality, debauchery, dissension, and jealousy examples of choosing the deeds of darkness Over light?
These are deeds we are trying to keep hidden
Why does Paul advise in Romans 14 not to pass judgement one another in disputable matters
Because we are NOT called to argue with others over little details rather we are to try to love
Why does Paul advise by stating therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brothers way
Because we are to focus on what lifts people up, rather than what May trip them up
Why does Paul repeat the warning against passing judgment
Because when you pass judgment there’s an underlying assumption that your better than or higher than another.
When Paul states that the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking what does he mean?
The kingdom of God is about loving people, not judging, the worthiness of their behaviors
