Summary
The speaker discusses becoming like Jesus, noting that this transformation is not dependent on earthly blessings but is achieved through suffering, as referenced in Romans 8:28-29. He emphasizes that suffering leads to ceasing from sin and living for God's will. A second point addresses Paul's groaning in Romans 8:23, suggesting that the true longing Christians should have is not for a new physical body, but for freedom from sin and self-centeredness.
Description
Speaker: Church Title: Church Sharing Date: 11-20-2016 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)
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The central message is that true Christian life requires a willingness to suffer alongside Jesus, mirroring His self-denial. The speaker argues that without this commitment to suffering, sin will continue to dominate one's life, leading to worsening circumstances. Therefore, the listener must make a conscious decision to deny the pleasure derived from sin to emulate Christ.
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