Sermon Outline:

Big Idea: Sinners escape the wrath of God and, ultimately, hell by the blood of Christ alone.

1. In Christ alone (9-11).
2. Sinners are saved (6-8).
3. The grace in which we stand (1-5).

Bible Fellowship Group Study Questions:

1. What does Romans 5:9-11 teach us about the basis of our justification and reconciliation with God?
2. How does the concept of salvation being "already" but "not yet" affect our understanding of Christian hope and future transformation?
3. Reflecting on the statement "Jesus plus anything = nothing," how might we ensure our faith relies solely on Christ for salvation?
4. Romans 5:6-8 highlights Christ's love for us while we were still sinners. How does this truth shape your view of grace and your response to sin?
5. How does Paul's conversion (Acts 9:1-8) illustrate the nature of God's initiative in salvation, especially for those who feel unworthy of His grace?
6. In what ways can Romans 5:1-5 help us understand the role of suffering in producing endurance, character, and hope?
7. Considering the ultimate cost of salvation through Christ's blood, how can we live in gratitude and take our salvation more seriously in daily life?