Discussion Questions (Romans 2:1-11):

1. What is self-righteousness and why are we so prone to it?
2. What is the danger of self-righteousness?
3. Looking ahead to Romans 2:17-24, what was the basis for Jewish self-righteousness?
4. Read Matthew 7:1-6. Why is judging others sometimes both necessary and right? When is it wrong? How can we know the difference?
5. How does God’s goodness lead us to repentance?
6. What does this passage teach about humankind’s equality before God? What standard does
   the passage say God uses to judge everyone, both Jews and Gentiles?
7. What contrasts and comparisons do you notice in this passage? What differences do you see
   in this passage between righteousness and unrighteousness?
8. Summarize this passage in your own words.