The Dictator at the Door

Scott Beyer
07/19/23 - Bulletin

“Therefore, do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its lusts.” (Romans 6:12)

            Do you see the verb used to describe sin’s motives in the above verse?  The word is ‘reign’.  Sin doesn’t want a place in your life; it wants all your life.  Sin is not content with a portion or a season.  Sin will never accept the role of friendly companion or occasional fling.  Sin wants everything.  Sin wants control, and it wants mastery.

            Be wary of letting dictators in the door.  They won’t voluntarily leave when you ask them to.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: Romans 6:12-23

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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