He Finished It

Scott Beyer
07/18/23 - Bulletin

“For the death that He died, He died to sin once for all, but the life that He lives, He lives to God.  Even so consider yourselves to be dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus.” (Romans 6:10-11)

            Jesus’ last sentence upon the cross was, “It is finished.”  Jesus was finished with sin once He was crucified.  He was finished with the phase of His life that focused on death and dying for our sins.  He finished sin off and nailed it to the cross… and now, He lives.  He lives for God.  He lives for us, and He lives forever.

            The lesson is the same for us.  Baptism was the beginning of a new life.  A new life lived for God.  A new life lived with eternal confidence.  Live like the phase of your life dedicated to sin is over.  Press forward to higher things.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: Romans 6:1-11

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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