Freedom In The Gospel Part 7: Living Sacrifice
Mar 7, 2025
Listeners explore the profound impact of the Gospel in harsh environments, with vivid examples from jungles and slums. Paul Washer emphasizes genuine conversion through marks in Bibles and joyful transformations, while James Self shares firsthand experiences of prison ministry. The call to offer one's life as a living sacrifice resonates deeply, urging holistic devotion to God. With practical advice on discerning God's will and maintaining holiness, the message is clear: be transformed by Christ, avoid conformity, and pursue renewal through Scripture and community.
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How Doctrine Demands Devotion
- Romans 12 follows Paul's doctrinal case and asks, in light of what God has done, how should believers live.
- The text links justification and sanctification: knowing Christ's work demands a life offered wholly to Him.
Offer Your Whole Life To Christ
- Offer your whole life to Christ, not just hours or money, but heart, mind, and body.
- Let God's mercies move you to present yourself as a living, devoted sacrifice.
Mercy Fuels Lasting Motivation
- The primary motivation for costly devotion is the mercies of God and remembering what you once were.
- Knowing your past sinfulness magnifies gratitude and fuels wholehearted obedience.
