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Mar 17, 2006 · Sixth Bible Class (Romans 8:1-39) III. Life in Christ (cont.) (5:12—8:39) E. The New Power in Life (8:1-17) In chapter 6 Paul emphasized that because we have a union with Jesus Christ we should therefore walk in the newness of life; in chapter 7 he stressed that by death and resurrection we have a relationship with the risen Christ, and therefore we should bring forth fruit to
5 days ago · Thus, Romans 8:28 does not emerge in isolation but rather as part of a larger narrative addressing humanity’s relationship with God’s redemptive work. By examining its context within chapter 8, we can better discern the interconnectedness between God’s sovereignty, human suffering, and the ultimate purpose that lies ahead.
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Even in the words that you use, Abijah, you put your finger on the meaning of life. You say you are depressed about the whole meaning of your life and your own purpose. And I think that’s right; I think you’re absolutely right that meaning consists in purpose — a good purpose, a wise, just, satisfying purpose or design for you or for the world. So,...
So, my purpose right now in this Ask Pastor Johnis to pray for you: that you would have power to resist the devil and that I could put a sword, the sword of the Spirit, in your hand, so that you could do battle valiantly and triumphantly against the darkness. The sword of the Spirit is the word of God. When he wrote his book, God knew that you woul...
This present world is primarily a season of testing and a refiner’s fire. If this world is all there is, then life is surely meaningless. The Bible says, “Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die,” if there’s no resurrection from the dead” (1 Corinthians 15:32). So, the apostle Paul said, “I consider that the sufferings of this present time are no...
So I close, Abijah, with an illustration. When COVID-19 shut up my wife and me, someone gave us a puzzle with a thousand pieces. They thought we would need something to do. I spread it out on two card tables. And in the interludes between my work, I would just pause there and try to find a piece or two to put together. I began with the confidence t...
Oct 29, 2019 · Meaning in Life Comes from Knowing God as Our Father; An Invitation; The Meaning of Life Is to Know God as the Author of Life. The Bible says that God created the world . “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” . God, as the author of life, brings meaning to life. Everything God created was meant to show what God is like ...
According to the Preacher, the fear of God—the kind of deep awe and respect for Him that leads to obedience—is the way to gain wisdom and discover the meaning of life. In other words, life has meaning only in relation to the Giver of life. According to Solomon, the best time to make this important discovery is when you are young.
Sep 12, 2022 · The meaning of life is wrapped up in the glory of God. In calling His elect, God says, “Bring all who claim me as their God, for I have made them for my glory. It was I who created them” (Isaiah 43:7, NLT). The reason we were made is for God’s glory. Any time we substitute our own glory for God’s, we become idolators and miss the ...
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2) Why does Paul thank God in 7:25? How would you continue the sentence? “Thanks be to God because . . .” 3) See the translation notes on 7:25. How is this verse related to the theme of slavery found in 6:14-7:6? 4) Paul has not used the word “condemnation” since 5:18. Why does he bring it up in 8:1?
