In Pauls’s letter to the church in Rome, he provides significant and rich teaching about the nature of salvation. As we read, we will see that Paul’s teaching applies to the challenges we face both as individuals and as the church—including hardships that we can learn from, personally and collectively.

Over the next 12 weeks, we will study Paul’s letter to Romans and use this reading guide as a comprehensive tool. There are several levels for participation, from exposure to engagement to extended effort. For those who will want to read more extensively, we have additional resources available at calvarychurch.org/selfless.

SEPT.13–19

Romans 1:18-4:25Read:

What encouraged you and what challenged you? How can you be proactive in preparing and responding to this study in Romans?

Reflect:

SEPT.20–26

Romans 3:21-26; 5:1-12

Read:How did the explanation of the shared problem of sin and the need for the good news in Christ Jesus help you better appreciate the work of Jesus Christ on the cross?

Reflect:

SEPT.27–

OCT. 3

Romans 6:1-8:39Read:

Look back at how God, through Jesus Christ, provided the means for any individual, in spite of sin, to be in right relationship with God—what do you need to praise God for? What do you need to not only understand, but believe and appreciate? Who can you share that with?

Reflect:

READING GUIDE KEY:

Reflect: reflect on last week’s sermon and reading.

Read: read the provided passages to prepare your heart for the upcoming sermon.

Extended Engagement: visit calvarychurch.org/selfless or scan the QR code below to find additional resources, such as maps, videos, and more as you study the Scriptures every week.

OCT.11–17

Romans 12:1-21Read:

How do you need to respond to the dual exhortation of personal transformation and interpersonal responsibility?

Reflect:

Read:OCT.

18–24Romans 13:1-14Is there someone you struggle to love well? How

can you show kindness to them this week?

Reflect:

OCT.25–31

Romans 14:1-12Read:

How can you maintain the right priority and focus in your relationship to governing authorities?

Reflect:

NOV.8–14

Romans 15:1-13Read:

How are you contributing to the unity of Calvary Church?

Reflect:

Romans 15:14-33Read:

What has this section of Romans taught you about what love demands of you?

Reflect:NOV.15–21

NOV.22–28

Romans 16Read:

How can you gain a better perspective on what God is doing to exalt His Name among the nations?

Reflect:

NOV.1–7

Romans 14:13-23Read:

Ask yourself, “Am I looking negatively at others in the church? Am I seeking first to honor the Lord or enjoy my freedoms?”

Reflect:

OCT.4–10

Romans 12:1-21Read:

Was there a new concept or good reminder that you need to write down for easy recollection? Is there a truth you need to praise the Lord for? Is there a truth you need to seek to live out this week? What’s the one thing you need to know, believe, or do this week?

Reflect: