Download Lesson: 3.15.15 Class Notes – Rom 7

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I may have been a bit facetious that the Law would make it to our “Top 10” list of things we most value in life. However, after having studied this chapter, how does the Law fit in the life of a believer? How does it fit for you?

Offer a word picture: The Law is a mirror that is held up by the Holy Spirit. The Spirit uses the Law to give us feedback in our walk with Christ. When we’re missing the mark, the Spirit uses the Law to convict us that we’re yielding to the flesh. Because we’re under grace, the Spirit gives us the feedback we need to move toward transformation, and it’s up to us to yield to the work of the Spirit to do just that.

In the end, we can find value in the Law if we embrace that the Spirit uses it to give us feedback for the purpose of transformation. Without the Law it’s hard to grow and mature spiritually.

Download Lesson: 3.8.15 Class Notes – Rom 6.15-23

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Q: So if being a slave to righteousness is one of our roles, in practical terms, how does that look?

A: It begins with a commitment to be fully yielded/surrendered to Christ every day. We have been given a special life of faith, and we need to wake up each day saying “I have given myself to Jesus, to follow Jesus, and to serve Him.”

Perhaps it also includes a spirit of prayer in which we ask the Spirit “How can I help or participate in God’s kingdom today that glorifies God?” Then as we interact with our circles of influence, maybe we ask “How can I help” to see if we can minister to those around us.

Download Lesson: 3.1.15 Class Notes – Rom 6.1-14

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Some of you may be thinking, “I thought today’s lesson was about hitting the “refresh” button on truths we already know.” Yet you may be overwhelmed all over again about what your walk with Christ should look like once you professed your faith in Christ and was sealed by the Holy Spirit. First, I always believe that the Holy Spirit is at work in each of us. He knows what we each need, so our takeaways for today’s lesson is not necessarily a “one size fits all.” I do believe that the way the Spirit speaks to us is by pointing our thoughts and mind to particular passages or ideas. So with that preamble, would someone like to share where the Spirit has taken your focus based on today’s lesson?

It is my prayer that you don’t walk out the door, get in your car, start checking texts and emails, etc. Let’s enter our cars in a spirit of prayer and ask the Lord to reveal to us any areas of your life that may not be completely surrendered to Him. Ask Him to lay on your heart what steps you can take to strengthen your relationship with Him. I promise you that He has a vested interest in answering your prayer!

Download Lesson: 2.22.15 Class Notes – Rom 5

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Out of all the benefits you’ve heard today, were there any that were new to you? How about ones that you maybe had forgotten about?

Isn’t it amazing how condemnation was upon all men through one act of disobedience by Adam, and then in God’s infinite wisdom, He had a plan that required one act of obedience by Christ that allowed us to experience justification and live an abundant live in His abundant grace? Is it possible that we are taking for granted all the benefits He’s given us? I hope not! Let’s close our time in prayer with a thankful heart for all God has provided to us.