Into Freedom 3 - Freedom from Death

Big Idea: Through the Spirit of Life, we are free from death and condemnation.

Romans 8:1-16

FLESH VS SPIRIT
Death is not simply a physical occurrence, but an all-encompassing state of being.

The Spirit of Life brings us into the kingdom of God as true adopted children.

Roman law of adoption:
Rejection of old life - new identity
Entire debt has been wiped out - forgiven

There is no condemnation for you.
Why? In Jesus you live in a new realm: The Spirit of Life.

FREEDOM FROM DEATH
1. Freedom from Condemnation
Ephesians 2:13

2. Freedom from the old nature:
You live in new life.

3. Freedom from the fear of physical death:
Our eternity is set in Jesus Christ. We have an eternal future and hope

How do we live in the Spirit of Life?

Set your minds on Jesus
Romans 8:5

We don’t put our focus on “not sinning” ; We put our mind to the Spirit and what he
desires.
Colossians 3:1-4

AVOID THINKING TRAPS
2 Corinthians 10:5

Ask yourself:
Is this thought true?
Is this thought helpful?

RESPONSE:
1. Accept your position: An adopted and loved Child of God.
2. Practice mindfulness - Take captive every thought.
3. Be led by the Holy Spirit of life-
● Follow Jesus!
● Love your Oikos!
● Have no fear!