Romans 8:28-30 This is one of the most famous and misunderstood passages in the Bible. It's way better than it sounds. Christian, all things work together for your good. It's not that all things are good. It's that big things, small things, good things, bad things, holy things, sinful things, sad things, funny things and everything in between work together for […]
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Romans 8:26-27 What is it that makes us weak when we suffer? Here's what the Bible says: Our Weakness Our primary weakness in suffering isn't physical, emotional, financial, or relational – it's spiritual. Specifically, we don't know how to pray. If we knew how to pray, we would be stronger. But we don't; so
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Romans 8:18-25Last week we studied the glorious inheritance Christians will receive: God himself. But in the very end of last week’s passage hangs a tag that itches in our minds. The passage says that since Christians are children of God, they’re also heirs of God with Jesus, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also
Romans 8:16-17 Christian, God bought you like a slave at market. Then he gave you the Holy Spirit who lives in you and enables you to live as a son, rather than a slave. And now that you’re a son, you’re an heir. Heirs Before people die they decide who will get their stuff after
Romans 8:14-15 Verse 13 says that if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. But what does this living look like? Sunshine and happiness? Paul goes on to explain in verses 14-15 what he means and it's all tied to a contrast between slavery and sonship, fear
The difference between advice and news is important. Advice tells you what to do. News forms your worldview. Advice gives you steps to take. News shows you the reality in which you walk. Christianity is about the good news (gospel) that God so loved the world that he gave his only son, that whoever believes in
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