Scripture Reference: Romans 8:1-17

Romans 8 is a chapter that is preoccupied with the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of Christians. But what exactly does the Spirit do? How does he drive home the “no condemnation” that Paul pronounces at the beginning of this magnificent chapter?

Sermon Points:

• The Spirit Brings Sanctification
• The Spirit Brings Resurrection
• The Spirit Brings Sonship

Scripture Reference: Romans 7:7-25

The law of God has picked a fight with believing people. Because what was started by grace can never be completed by law. This inevitably leads to conflict. Understanding and locating this conflict is THE key to Christian growth and sanctification.

Sermon Points:

• The Reality of the Fight
• The Location of the Fight

Scripture Reference: Romans 6:1-14

It is the express intention of the Christian faith to bring about a change of life in the believer. The whole forward motion of the Bible is to fix the world from sin’s destruction. HOW Paul leads us through that in Romans 6 is revolutionary for the doctrine of sanctification.

Sermon Points:

• Our Connection to Jesus
• The Transformation that Results
• The Implications for a New Life