Christian Spirit

Compelled by Holy Obligation (12-14)

Romans 8:12–14 NASB95

12 So then, brethren, we are under obligation, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh— 13 for if you are living according to the flesh, you must die; but if by the Spirit you are putting to death the deeds of the body, you will live. 14 For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.

Obligation - moral responsibility.

The Gospel has implications.

Not to the flesh - we no longer are compelled to listen to the flesh. Do you believe this?

The sons of God are marked by a unique family trait - they are led by His Spirit.

Confident in Divine Adoption (15)

Romans 8:15 NASB95

15 For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear again, but you have received a spirit of adoption as sons by which we cry out, “Abba! Father!”

Committed to Christ’s Example (16-17)

Romans 8:16–17 NASB95

16 The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God, 17 and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him so that we may also be glorified with Him.

The Spirit testifies:

Experientially

By His presence

By His fruits

Benefits of adoption:

Children

Heirs

Fellow heirs with Christ

Pattern of adoption:

Suffering >> Glorification