with other believers will make us feel inadequate. But I know that now is when you need it the most, so I am sending you this in advance.” In this case the “now” is not “finally now,” but, “already now.”, Both of these meanings are found in Romans 8. So what Paul is saying here is that if we’ve been “righteousized,” if we’ve been justified, if we’ve been made right with God by grace through faith in Jesus, then our minds will be set on the things of the Holy Spirit. (1) Romans is a logical, systematic treatment of the gospel.In this epistle, Paul deals with the gospel in terms of its necessity, its basis, its nature, and its outworkings. That’s Christianity. That is always a concern. (1996). This time he writes to his son and sends him a $5,000 check and says, “Son, you know that someday you will inherit my estate. Thankfully our English translators have helped us out a little bit here, because they’ve translated “spirit” with a capital S – meaning the Holy Spirit. What if you don’t believe? Amen. Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the Bible you can use in your small group. So, Paul uses the “already now” version of no condemnation: “Who will bring a charge against God’s elect? SET FREE A man said to his pastor: “I am a miserable sinner and there is no help available for me. So, the mind that Paul is speaking about here is not just factual knowledge. She writes, “I have a glove here in my hand. John Piper Nov 24, 2002 6 Shares Sermon. Therefore… finally… now… there is no condemnation. If you want to know that you’re a child of God, you don’t put your ear to the Holy Spirit and wait for a whisper; put your ear to the gospel and your eye to the cross of Christ and you pray that the Holy Spirit would enable you to see it and savor it for what it really is. Take, for instance, this whole COVID situation. And there are so many things about us and our daily living that are so habitual that we don’t even think about it. If you’d like to be saved today and be a child of God, let me help you to do it right now. The Greek word "sarx" (flesh) is used several different ways. There are two words which Paul contrasts with one another throughout Romans 8:1-17. Verses 12–13 cap off this proclamation of life in Christ by reminding us that God’s gift of eternal life does not cancel the complementary truth that only by progressing in holiness will that eternal life be attained. Because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Abba! Romans 8:1-17: It is really impossible to summarize this magna carta of the Christian faith – this summa laude of that majestic Book of Romans, this chapter 8 – in a few short words in a devotion. 3 For God has done what the law, weakened by the flesh, could not do. . Romans 8:3 Or flesh, for sin; Romans 8:10 Or you, your body is dead because of sin, yet your spirit is alive; Romans 8:11 Some manuscripts bodies through; Romans 8:15 The Greek word for adoption to sonship is a term referring to the full legal standing of an adopted male heir in Roman culture; also in verse 23. • We can allow Christ’s perfect example to discourage our efforts rather than encourage our trust. He was a contemporary of Oliver Cromwell in England during the mid-1600’s and was Vice Chancellor of Oxford University. we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him. There’s room in Christ. J. Richard Barham Senior Pastor Spirit of the Cross Huntsville, AL www.spiritofthecross.org. Father!” 16 The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, 17 and if children, then heirs – heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with Him in order that we may also be glorified with Him. Scripture: Romans 1:7–8. Jesus, you died on the cross to pay for my sin. I was talking with several of you this week about Major League Baseball’s return to the field and some of the steps they’re taking to protect themselves. sin in the flesh.”. The Greek word is not exactly equivalent to our English word because the Greek word includes a visceral, an instinctual, and intuitive aspect, as well as a cognitive aspect. Of course, I’m not saying that biological children are less favored. There are some that say, “Ah, yes, but He died for the whole world. Are you in Adam or are you in Christ? Reaching down, he picked up a little worm and placed it on a pile of leaves. 10–11). God is the one who justifies; who is the one who condemns [there’s the word!]? And the life that the Spirit gives is by no means ended by the grave, for the presence of the Spirit guarantees that the bodies of believers will be raised from physical death (vv. It’s also a mind that is instinctually informed. Romans 8:1-17 Let me invite you to take your copy of God’s Word and turn with me to Romans 8. I need to be saved. The Gospel in the Church for the Obedience of Faith Through Spiritual Gifts. 8:18-39 Suffering with assurance of future glory. And what He did was send His Son in human nature, as our representative and substitute and there on the cross in the suffering of His Son, God condemned sin! “Who will bring a charge against God’s elect?” In that last day when your whole life, when my whole life – with all its Romans 7 imperfections is spread before us – this alone will be our hope: “It is God who justifies . Do you know if you died right now, you’re absolutely certain you’d go to heaven? We use degrees of intensity, every day, when we talk and yet we probably don’t give any thought to their official labels. Others go in the opposite direction and define themselves by their attempts at perfection. It is an act of God that God had previously promised in scripture. Or under condemnation? Jun 7, 1998. We feel condemned because Satan uses past guilt and present failures to make us question what Christ has done for us. Breaking the Chains of Sin; I'm All Over It; Solomon's Divine Wisdom; God Is For Us! And I believe that’s one of the reasons that so many people love this portion of Scripture – because it addresses our greatest need: protection, security and safety. 12 So then, brothers and sisters, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. He then breaks through the sufferings that mark our present existence, and he ends with a doxology of praise to the unfathomable love of God revealed in Jesus Christ. He’s as much my son as Parker is. Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. [ c] So God did what the law could not do. In Christ? The one who comes to me I will certainly not cast out” (Matthew 11:28; Revelation 22:17; John 6:37). So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. Preaching; Theocentric Preaching; A Year of Books on Pastoring; A Year of Books on Preaching; Sermons; About; Newsletter; Select Page. Did you? Paul shares with us 3 freedoms that you have “in Christ” that will. As the flames worked their way up to the center where the worm lay, the old chief suddenly plunged his hand into the center of the burning pile and snatched out the worm. And Paul has told us that we can, by dying to sin (Romans 6) and to the law (Romans 7), have a new identity in Jesus Christ. Which word or phrase? (Philippians 4:8), Now, I’m not suggesting that you can never think about things of this world, or material things, or things of the flesh. In Romans 7, he talks about freedom from the law. Contributed by Steve Meenho Kang on Oct 26, 2020. Romans 8:1-17 John Shearhart September 26, 2010 It’s been said that if the Bible is a ring, then the book of Romans is its precious stone and that chapter 8 is the sparkling point of the jewel. I’m reminded of a story told by American theologian and Bible teacher, James Montgomery Boice. It’s a convicting question, isn’t it? See, in the Greek New Testament, the word for “spirit” is pneuma and it’s not capitalized when speaking about the Holy Spirit. Scriptures: Romans 8:1-17. Now in Romans 8, he 2 For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. Sure, we can look at the Bible using objective measurements (longest/shortest books, chapters, and verses), but applying subjective measures in more difficult. . And now Paul sums up the message of Christianity in the great conclusion of Romans 8:1: “Therefore [in view of all that, in light of chapters 1-7] there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”. It’s been said that if the Bible is a ring, then the book of Romans is its precious stone and that chapter 8 is the sparkling point of the jewel. . Sometimes, it literally means our skin and muscle (Luke 24:39). If you are not “in Christ,” however, you do have cause of concern. And it’s a deep, strong, full-hearted emotional reality, too. I will be your life, your righteousness, your pardon, because I have been your condemnation.”, The second freedom that the Christian has access to by way of the Spirit is…. This is the gift of God. Scripture: Romans 1:8–15. Beginning with verse 5, Paul mentions the “mind” (phroneó) five times. Which verse? Look at verse 3, “For what the Law could not do, weak as it was through the flesh, God did: sending His own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and as an offering for sin, He condemned [there’s the word!] (p. 472). Rather, we ought to understand it as Corrie ten Boom did. We delight in the law of God and desire to serve God. • Non-Christian friends will notice (and point out) our inconsistencies. Do you respond “yes” or “no” to sin’s group text message? • Unhealthy comparisons with other believers will make us feel inadequate. No condemnation! Finally, now, yes! B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. PRAY I. The… The Agony and the Ecstasy. For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. You must recognize that you’re a sinner. Featuring a sermon puts it on the front page of the site and is the most effective way to bring this sermon to the attention of thousands including all mobile platforms + newsletter. I could never earn it, but I receive it now. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. It’s not just an educated mind, or an intellectual mind. Enter! You meant it. John Piper May 31, 2015 2K Shares Sermon. 8 So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. You can be saved right where you are, right this moment. Romans 8:1-11 In the verses before us three points are touched on regarding the gospel as God's power to sanctify. And that’s the way it is with God. In fact, the Empire State Building barely cracks the top 50 (at 49) of the world’s tallest buildings. (p. 496). At the time, adoption was the last thing on my mind. Finally, we say that we’re the “happiest.” That’s the superlative degree. • Our own conscience reminds us of guilt. Where does it revert to? . An old Indian, after living many years in sin, was led to Christ by a missionary. Thomas Johnson knew injustice. Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. Tags: Sin Bondage To. The Spirit Life Brand Romans 8:26-39 Rev. The testimony of the Spirit is that when we look at cross we cry, “Jesus, you are my Lord!” (1 Corinthians 12:3), and “God, you are my Father!” So, look to Christ! That’s the “finally now” version. In keeping with our grammar lesson for today, did you know that the word “now” can have two different connotations? As John Piper says “Christ is not a small hotel.” There’s room for everyone. He is the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world.” Yes, indeed. There’s no more control by sin. Scripture: Romans 8:1-17. He does it by replacing the fear of a slave toward a master with the love of a son toward a father. In Christ? But there’s a major difference between biological children and adoptive children and that difference is: choice. However, I came to my conclusion in the context of preaching through the book of Romans and seeing 8:4 in the context of the book, especially chapters 5-7. You don’t have to be baptized to be saved. Here’s where the faith comes in. Control by the Spirit Leads to the Resurrection (9-11). The Son Met The Requirements of the Law For You (3-4). The Treasure of Faith in the Life of the Church. This is what we announce. THERE IS A RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD AVAILABLE FOE SINFUL MEN. Listen to how much emphasis the Apostle Paul gives to our minds, when it comes to living the Christian life. It is the Holy Spirit in us who is the hand, who does the job. Now, that sounds good in theory but it needs to be fleshed out for practice, and that’s the purpose of Romans 8. Holding the worm gently in his hand, he gave this testimony to the grace of God: “Me. But this need not be if you are in Christ. (ESV) If “life” is the ruling idea in vv. Let’s take that same grandfather. For a fuller treatment of this chapter see the series of sermons on Romans here. Scripture: Romans 8:13–17. No Condemnation (8:1) The first verse of Romans 8 is the declaration of hope and rejoicing that is unfortunately broken by the chapter break. When we become Christians, the Holy Spirit comes to live in us in all his power -- really! You don’t have to join a church to be saved. So, here’s the “finally now” version. 2 And because you belong to him, the power[ a] of the life-giving Spirit has freed you[ b] from the power of sin that leads to death. John Shearhart. B. We feel condemned because we focus on past guilt and present failures to make us question what Christ has done for us. . 8 Those who are in the flesh cannot please God. These are: (1) The preliminary work which had to be done by the coming of Christ, or the basis laid in the life and death of our Lord with a view to our being sanctified. There need be no more fear of being abandoned by God because of that grace that you experienced. But the majority of us are somewhere in the middle. . “yes,” then you are still under control of sin and should be fearful. III. You promised, and you cannot lie, so I receive it now, Lord Jesus. Romans 8:1-17 One of my favorite writers is Loren Eiseley. . It means that God poured out on His Son the condemnation that we deserved. There is much “food for thought” in part 1 of “New Life in the Spirit”. Not outside Christ. [positional vs. behavioral], if in fact the Spirit of God dwells in you. Now, finally, there is no condemnation. Paul reminds his readers that the life-giving power of God’s Spirit is finally effective only in those who continue to let the Spirit change their lives. I know that you want to save me. Romans 8 is the Christian’s “Declaration of Freedom,” for in it Paul declares the four spiritual freedoms we enjoy because of our union with Jesus Christ. The Best News Ever (Romans 8:1-17) Sep 23, 2018 | Featured, Romans. What if we move the discussion from buildings to books? For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to, set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. The verdict of the last judgment was given at Calvary: Not guilty! 14–17. Romans 8:15 Aramaic for father Look to Christ! Dr. Boice, thinking quickly, fell back on a sentiment offered by renowned British minister, Martyn Lloyd-Jones, said, “Ah, yes, but the greatest book of the Bible should always be the one studied or taught at the moment.”. Control by the Spirit Leads to Life and Peace (5-8). Free from Fear of Abandonment (15-17), to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of, The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are. Scripture: Romans 8:12–18. Paul says that the person who has been regenerated by the power of the Holy Spirit ought to be thinking about the things that the Spirit is thinking about. As the flames worked their way up to the center where the worm lay, the old chief suddenly plunged his hand into the center of the burning pile and. If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead, will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you. 1–13, being “sons” (v. 14; cf. Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. This is the heart of Christianity. that worm.”. The problem we have with Romans 8, and the idea that God is for us, is that we're so familiar with our failures. © Mountain Hill Church, All rights reserved, Website Created by Digital Design Solutions, New Life in the Spirit (Part 1) – Romans 8:1-17, “The eighth of Romans has become peculiarly precious to me, beginning with ‘no condemnation,’ ending with ‘no separation’ and in between, ‘no defeat.’”, [in view of all that, in light of chapters 1-7], Watching Our Website Media on Your Smart TV. Can I open it now?” “No, not now. Then, thank Him for it. Read Romans 8:1-17 Commentary Romans 8 is a continuation of Paul’s argument starting way back in chapters 5 and 6. Sermon series: Living Beyond Yourself. I. 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