Romans 6:15-23
Big Idea: In Christ We Have Been Set Free From Being Slaves To Sin To Walk Faithfully Pursuing Righteousness As Slaves Of God
1) Who am I truly obeying? (v. 15-16)
2) Am I a heart-level slave to righteousness? (v. 17-19)
3 marks of a slave of righteousness:
1) Rejoicing because of the work of God (v. 17a)
2) A faithful heart-level obedience to God (v. 17b)
3) Pursuing the righteousness of God (v.19)
“For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.”
– Matthew 7:13-14
3) What fruit is evident in my life? (v. 20-23)
Who’s your master? (v. 20-23)
Master: Fruit: End: Source:
1. Sin Shame Death Wages Earned
2. God Sanctification Eternal Life Free Gift Of God’s Grace