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Not ashamed of the gospel lesson 8
The document discusses the work of the Holy Spirit in the Christian life as outlined in the book of Romans, emphasizing themes such as the importance of living according to the Spirit, overcoming sin, and the concept of spiritual adoption. It highlights the active role of the Spirit in believers' lives, including intercession and bearing witness that they are children of God. Additionally, it contrasts differing views on the relationship between the Spirit and the Word of God, and concludes with reflections on God's overarching plan for salvation.
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Not ashamed of the gospel lesson 8
- 1. The Work ofthe Spirit in the Christian Life Romans 8:5-17
- 2. Not Ashamed ofthe Gospel Romans 1:16 1. Introduction to Romans- Not Ashamed of the Gospel 2. The Glory of God- Romans 3:23 3. The Problem of Sin- It’s Origins, Defining Sin, and Getting Rid of Sin 4. The Problem of Sin- Walking in the Light and the Battle that Rages 5. Fruit of Holiness- What Kind of People Should We Be? 6. The Law Has Died- 7. There is No Condemnation- The Righteous Fulfillment of the Law 8. The Work of the Spirit in the Christian Life 9. All Things Work Together- Trusting God 10. Predestination- Who are the Called- God’s Plan 11. God in the Fire! 12. What is my Dream? 13. Salvation- How God Designs Your Salvation 14. The Living Sacrifice
- 3. Points Made ByPaul • Those living according to the Spirit set minds on the things of the Spirit • Living after the Spirit brings life and peace • The Spirit of God DWELLS IN YOU • The Spirit in you brings life to your flesh • We put sin to death in the flesh THROUGH the Spirit • We have received Spirit of adoption- Abba Father • The Spirits witnesses with our spirit that we are children of God
- 4. Since all ofthese things are true because of the Spirit being within us, isn’t it important to understand more about the Spirit of God- the Holy Spirit?
- 5. The Opposing Views •TheSpirit does nothing for the Christian separate and apart from the word. Spirit is passive •The Word of God does not work separate and apart from the Spirit. The Spirit is active.
- 6. The Bible andthe Holy Spirit In Creation In Genesis 1:1- In the beginning GOD (Elohim) created the heaven and earth. Verse 3- And the Spirit of God moved on the face of the waters. Joseph in Egypt Pharaoh said Joseph has the Spirit of God Ex. 41:38 Other OT Othniel, Caleb’s younger brother- Judges 3:10 Jephthah- Judges 11:29 Samson- Judges 15:14 David- 1 Sam. 16:13
- 7. I Will PourOut My Spirit-Joel 2:28-ff • Action of God on “all flesh” Jew and Gentile • Not a gift of Spirit, but the Spirit itself • Young/Old, Male/Female, servants/served- Far Reaching • Is not limited to miraculous • Prophesy, Dreams, Visions is not an exhaustive list
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- 9. How Does theSpirit Help the Christian? Romans 8:13-27
- 10. •Puts to Deaththe Deeds of the Body •Spirit bears witness with our spirit that we are the children of God •Spirit Makes Intercession for the saints
- 11. Not Ashamed ofthe Gospel Romans 1:16 1. Introduction to Romans- Not Ashamed of the Gospel 2. The Glory of God- Romans 3:23 3. The Problem of Sin- It’s Origins, Defining Sin, and Getting Rid of Sin 4. The Problem of Sin- Walking in the Light and the Battle that Rages 5. Fruit of Holiness- What Kind of People Should We Be? 6. The Law Has Died- 7. There is No Condemnation- The Righteous Fulfillment of the Law 8. The Work of the Spirit in the Christian Life 9. All Things Work Together- Trusting God 10. Predestination- Who are the Called- God’s Plan 11. God in the Fire! 12. What is my Dream? 13. Salvation- How God Designs Your Salvation 14. The Living Sacrifice