Discussion Questions

1. How does Paul explain the process of personal change? Does it happen by “trying harder” or by becoming a new creation?

2. How are the ethical exhortations (4:25-32) reflected in the life of Jesus?

3. Distinguish between righteous anger and unrighteous anger.

4. What is your philosophy of work? How does working for money fit into the meaning of life? How does this passage inform your opinion?

5. How does one grieve the Holy Spirit?