Religion & Spirituality
Keith talked from Colossians 2v13-15.Recognition of our previous positionI talked about the fact we had all missed the mark and fallen short of the glory of God. I contrasted the 'sinful' woman (Luke 7v36-47) who recognised her need to be forgiven and Simon, the Pharisee, who could see sin in others but not himself. Jesus said the woman had been forgiven for her many sins and therefore loved much. How do you feel you're currently doing with understanding how much you're forgiven? Redemption - Jesus paid the priceI contrasted our position of being previously spiritually DEAD with now being spiritually ALIVE Spiritually DEADSinners by nature - Psalm 51:5Slaves to sin - Romans 6:17In Adam - Romans 5:14Hopelessly in debt to God - Colossians 2:14Separated/alienated from God - Ephesians 2:12Without hope - Ephesians 2:12Unable to save ourselves - Matthew 19:26Spiritually ALIVERighteous by nature - Romans 5:19Free from sin/Slaves to righteousness - Romans 6:18In Christ - Romans 8:1; Ephesians 2:6Free from debt forever - Colossians 2:14Brought near to God, Children of God! - Ephesians 2:13; Romans 8:16; Galatians 4:4-7Living with hope inside to share with the world - 1 Peter 1:3Saved by grace through faith - Ephesians 2:8 Which part of being spiritually alive stands out as most exciting to you right now? The Result / Our ResponseI talked about us being set free from sin and needing the Holy Spirit to enable us to walk free. How about asking the Holy Spirit to fill you and strengthen you right now?Is there anything particular you want Him to help you with?