F14 – Peace and Joy in the Kingdom – Romans 14: 17
Key Words: Kingdom of God, Messiah, Law, Religion, False Spirituality, Righteousness
- Read verses 13-18. What is the context of Jesus’ reference to eating and drinking?
- How are such concerns related to the law and a religious approach to God?
- How would you define a religious approach to God?
- With what does Jesus contrast a religious approach to God?
- What do righteousness, peace and joy have to do with the rule of God in our lives and world?
- Would you say that righteousness, peace and joy summarize God’s will for humanity… explain?
- How do these qualities flow from the character of God?
- If God’s will flows from his character, what other qualities would you estimate to be his will for our world?
- What does this passage teach us about entering and enjoying the Kingdom of God?