Speaker:
Pastor Frank Winans
Series:
Romans 8
Verses used:
Romans 8:1-11
Life in the Spirit
Sermon Notes
- The first blessing of salvation is no condemnation. (Rom 8:1)
- The second blessing of salvation is liberation. (Rom 8:2-4)
- Jesus did not bring us to a new set of rules, but access to a new relationship.
- Jesus paid it all for us on the cross and paved the way for the Holy Spirit to dwell inside us! (Rom 8:2-4)
- Life in the Spirit is about focus. (Rom 8:5-8)
- Life in the Spirit is not about earning, but learning and it takes effort.
Follow-up Questions from Sunday:
Getting to Know You:
Who would you say is the most influential person you have ever met?
Quick Review:
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time or that caught your attention, challenged, or confused you?
Digging Deeper:
- Read Romans 8. As you read this chapter, what positive things do you see come from our life in Jesus?
- From verses 1-4, how would you explain the Gospel to someone who feels they are not “good enough” for God?
- In verses 5-11, what does Paul say about the options Christians have in living their life?
- Read Col 3:1-5. Why do you think it is so important to God that we set our heart and mind on things above? What practical benefit is there?
- How have you seen the benefits of this play out in your life?
Taking it Home:
What is one thing you can apply to your life from this message and how can this group remember you in prayer this week?