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This passage opens with one of the most powerful truths in all of Scripture: “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (v. 1). Because of Jesus’s saving work, believers are set free from sin and death by the Spirit who gives life (vv. 2–4). That same Spirit not only changes the direction of our lives but transforms our very minds (vv. 5–9). The Spirit gives life now and guarantees resurrection later (v. 11).
We are no longer bound to live by the flesh but empowered to put sin to death and walk as sons and daughters of God (vv. 12–14). And because we are adopted into God’s family, we can cry out to Him with the same intimacy Jesus had—“Abba! Father!” (v. 15). The Spirit assures us that we are God’s children—and heirs with Christ—not only of glory but also of suffering (vv. 16–17).
🎯 Theme: Because the Spirit gives life and confirms our adoption, those in Christ are free from condemnation and called to walk as God’s children.
🌀 Reflection: In Christ, we are not merely forgiven—we are family. The Spirit gives us power to fight sin, assurance that we belong to God, and a longing to live in ways that please Him. This new life isn’t one of fear, but of freedom, sonship, and hope.
💬 Mission Challenge: Talk to someone this week about the difference Jesus has made in your life—not just in what you believe but in how you live. Use that conversation to invite them to consider what it means to be a child of God.
Just Keith Harris 
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