Category Archives: Faith That Works

Roman 12:1-2 (Rom 12:1 ESV) I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Notice the “therefore.” The need to … Continue reading →

Reflecting on Genesis Before we go any farther, we need to reflect a bit more deeply on what Paul has been saying — in light of the Law and the Prophets. We begin, of course, in Genesis. Fortunately, Paul is happy … Continue reading →

Slavery and Sons (Rom 8:14-15 ESV)  14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.  15 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received … Continue reading →

Flesh vs. Spirit (Rom 8:5 ESV)  5 For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the … Continue reading →

We kind of started on Romans 6 but found it inscrutable without a background in the Spirit. You can say the words, but you can’t really understand phrases like “die to sin” without an understanding of the Spirit’s power. (Rom … Continue reading →

Romans 8 (Rom 8:1-2 ESV) There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.  2 For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and … Continue reading →

Romans 6 Let’s skip to Romans 6, where Paul takes up the question again. But realize that in chapter 4, Paul explains in detail how salvation by faith is based on God’s covenant with Abraham. In chapter 5, Paul explains … Continue reading →

As predicted, I caught quite a bit of criticism for taking — (1Jo 4:18 ESV) There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been … Continue reading →

(Rom 3:8 ESV)  8 And why not do evil that good may come?–as some people slanderously charge us with saying. Their condemnation is just. Notice the charge Paul responds to: “why not do evil that good may come?” Why were such charges being … Continue reading →