February 22, 2015
Passage:  Romans 6:8-14
Speaker:  Bill Knepper

I. A believer in Christ is united with Him in His work.  (8-11)
            A. We are united with Christ in His death and life.
            B. Jesus’ defeat of death is our assurance of life.
            C. Christ’s death was final and His life eternal.
            D. Those in Christ are dead to sin and alive to God.

II. Therefore a believer is not ruled by sin.  (12-13)
            A. We do not let sin rule our bodies.
            B. We do not give our bodies for unrighteous use.
            C. Rather, we give our bodies to God for His use.

III. The one united with Christ is under grace not law.  (14)
            A. Under law, sin produces condemnation.
            B. Under grace, sin is a toothless nuisance.