Tag Archives: Romans 7

Who will rescue me?

Romans 7:14-25 14 For we know that the law is spiritual–but I am unspiritual, sold into slavery to sin. 15 Because I don’t understand what I am doing. For I do not do what I want–instead, I do what I … Continue reading

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the purpose of the commandment

Romans 7:7-13 7 So, what should we say to this? Is the law sin? Absolutely not! Certainly, I would not have known sin except through its exposure in the law. Because I surely would not have known what it means … Continue reading

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released – not on probation

Romans 7:1-6 1 Or do you not know, brothers (because I am speaking to ones who know the law), that the law is lord over a man as long as he lives? 2 For example, a married woman is obligated … Continue reading

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evangelism: an offer of freedom

Romans 7.  If freedom is defined as the authority to do whatever you want, you have a problem.  What you want often conflicts with itself.  You may want to serve God and follow his commands, but you also want to … Continue reading

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the time of testing

Romans 7.  The Christian who desires to please God and walk according to the resurrected life will immediately recognize a struggle.  Sin continues to live within him, and wage war against his good intentions. He will often have the desire … Continue reading

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