Lesson 204: Romans 15:4
Lesson 204: Romans 15:4
Romans 15:4
The Blueprint — The Verse
For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.
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The Context — The History
Paul cites Old Testament examples to build unity between strong and weak believers. Scripture functions as instructive narrative producing endurance, encouragement, and hope for the church.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Paul notes Christ welcomed them as Scripture promised. Everything written beforehand was for their instruction, that through endurance and encouragement of the Scriptures they might have hope.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Romans 15:3
For even Christ didn’t please himself. But, as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me.”
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Romans 15:5
Now the God of perseverance and of encouragement grant you to be of the same mind one with another according to Christ Jesus,
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Discussion
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What Old Testament story has most encouraged your endurance?
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How does Scripture produce hope in discouraging seasons?
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Who needs you to share biblical encouragement?
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