Let’s Study the Bible — Lesson 4: How Does God Save Us?

A guided study about sin, redemption, and responding to the gospel. This study is part of our Let’s Study the Bible series — a guided, conversational walk through Scripture. Work through each section with an open Bible and let God’s word lead the way (Romans 12:2).

1. Why We Need Redemption

Key Scriptures

• 2 Kings 5:1-14

• Romans 3:23

• Acts 10:1-5; 11:12-14

• John 3:16

• Ephesians 1:7

• Romans 1:16

Conversation Questions

• Could Naaman cleanse himself?

• Can any person save himself from sin?

• Was Cornelius saved by goodness alone, or did he need to hear words from God?

• Where is redemption found?

2. Responding to the Gospel

Key Scriptures

• Romans 10:17

• John 8:24

• John 14:15

• Luke 13:3

• Acts 17:30

• Matthew 10:32-33

• Romans 10:9-10

• Acts 8:36-38

• Mark 16:15-16

Conversation Questions

• How does faith begin?

• Why do belief, love, repentance, and confession matter?

• What did the Ethiopian eunuch confess?

• What did Jesus say about believing and being baptized?

3. Forgiveness and New Life

Key Scriptures

• Acts 2:37-47

• Acts 22:16

• Ephesians 4:4-6

• Acts 8:35-39

• Romans 6:3-7

• Colossians 2:12-13

• 2 Corinthians 6:2

• Colossians 3:17

Conversation Questions

• What did sinners in Acts 2 do when they were convicted?

• What is the purpose of baptism?

• What does burial with Christ picture?

• When should a person obey the will of God?

• How does Christ’s authority continue to guide the Christian life?

Continue the Study

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