Coming alive in Christ Jesus!

“For the death that He died, He died to sin once for all; but the life that He lives, He lives to God. Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 6:10-11

Jesus died for all sin and He now lives for God. The instruction is to consider yourself dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus.

This admonition is impossible to achieve regardless of how hard you try. You can ask and receive forgiveness for your sins but this will not stop you from continuing to live through your flesh.

For example, God brought to my attention last night the widespread use of vulgar words and actions by many people including believers. He explained how this deeply grieves His Spirit. This action brings death to the life of Jesus and is repulsive to God.

Jesus died for this sin and has provided a way so that it can have no power over you. The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death.

So consider yourself to be dead to this sin by yielding to the Holy Spirit who is alive in you.

You can do this by offering your body as a living sacrifice to Jesus and asking Him to purify you with His life. Ask by faith and you shall receive so the Father can be glorified through the work of Jesus.

Jesus didn’t die to give you freedom to live in debauchery. He died so you can be free from sin and lead a life pleasing to Him.

It is time to take Jesus seriously and come under His authority!