The Centrality of Faith Part 1

Hey Peeps, sorry for the late update. After the retreat, I was totally zonked out. Anyway, here are the notes from the previous cell group at Jean's place. The podcast will be uploaded soon.

Cheers,
KEn

The Centrality of Faith (Part 1): Origins

31^st October 2008

Scripture reference

Romans 4

Introduction

What is faith?

Where does faith come from?

Would you consider yourself a person of great faith? How is it measured?

Orientation

Who wrote this?

Why was this written?

Who is it written to?

Scripture notes

Who is Abraham? Read Genesis 12, 14 and 17 for background

Abraham was counted righteous before God because of his faith. How did he get this faith? Romans 10:17

What is the significance of verse 4?

Verses 7-8: What is so interesting about the psalm of David written here?

Verse 9: Why was Paul talking about circumcision here?

Verse 16: Paul’s major conclusion is....

Verse 17: What was God saying here?

Verse 20: How do people strengthen their faith? Luke 17:5-6, Mark 9:23

What is the promise in verses 23-25?