This week, presiding elder Eric Byrom continues our journey through Romans, stopping off in the middle of Chapter 5 for verses 12-21. Listen for the following points:

1. Recognize the problem of sin! (v. 12-14)
2. Recognize the comparison! (v. 15-17)
3. Recognize the solution of grace! (v. 18-21)

Reflective questions:

• What jumped out to you today from this passage and what was said about it?
• How does universal condemnation for sin seem unfair?  Why is this essential for grace to be available to everyone?
• What are some ways our society tries to answer the problem of evil?  How is inadequate to really explain evil in the world?
• What solutions to the problem of evil does society often give?  How do these fall short of the solution of grace?
• What is one thing God is moving you to do in response to what you heard and read today?