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Crosswalk Devotionals http://www.crosswalk.com/faith/devotionals/ Bible Pathways November 20 Read Romans 4 -- 7 In Today's Reading: Salvation, righteousness through Jesus Christ; sin through Adam; Christians under grace, not Law; baptism explained The more we understand the horrible suffering and death of Jesus and the glory and power of His resurrection, the more we will desire to walk in newness of life, daily manifesting the life of Christ. Therefore we are buried with Him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. For if we have been planted together in the likeness of His death, we shall be also in the likeness of His resurrection: Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that hereafter we should not serve sin (Romans 6:4-6). To commit ourselves only to the likeness of His death, to bearing the cross, and to self-denial, would produce a very dismal view of following Christ. It is the glorious indwelling power of His physical resurrection that not only frees us from sin's control but also daily encourages and strengthens us to walk in newness of life. Followers of Christ accept the fact that sin is no longer to be our master and that we are dead indeed to sin . . . through Jesus Christ our Lord. Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that you should obey it in the lusts thereof (6:11-12). This does not mean we no longer sin, but that we are enabled to overcome sin! Let not sin therefore reign (control) in your mortal body, that you should obey it in the lusts (evil desires) thereof. . . . but yield yourselves to God, as those that are alive from the dead (6:12-13). Our old natural man is still capable of yielding to the sinful desires of the flesh. But, Christ has made it possible for us to experience the reality of being more than conquerors through Him (8:37). Jesus' life in us makes the difference. Know you not, that to whom you yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants you are to whom you obey; whether of sin to death, or of obedience to righteousness? (6:16). But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, you have your fruit to holiness, and the end everlasting life (Romans 6:22). Word Studies: 4:8 will not impute sin = does not hold sin against him; impute = credit, count; 7:8 concupiscence = evil desires of lust; covetousness. Cross References: For Romans 4:3: See Genesis 15:6. Romans 4:7-8: See Psalm 32:1-2. Romans 4:17: See Genesis 17:5. Romans 4:18: See Genesis 15:5. Romans 7:7: See Exodus 20:17; Deuteronomy 5:21. Prayer Needs: Pray for Government Officials: Sen. Joseph Biden, Jr. (DE), Sen. Robert Byrd (WV), and Rep. James McGovern (MA) � Country: Belize (236,000) on the eastern coast of Central America � Major languages: English and Spanish � Religious freedom � 64% Roman Catholic; 26% Protestant; 2% spiritist/animist; 1% Hindu; 1% Muslim; 1% Baha'i � Prayer Suggestion: Sing praises to the Lord; tell others what He has done (Psalm 9:11). Memory Verse for the Week: II Corinthians 4:12 For more great resources to help you grow in your relationship with God, please visit Crosswalk Faith: http://link.salemwebnetwork.com/UM/T.asp?A1.210.28633.1.1698058 View the full selection of devotionals available from Crosswalk.com here: http://link.salemwebnetwork.com/UM/T.asp?A1.210.28633.2.1698058 >>> Share the good news <<< Please forward this message to a friend! FREE Christian Book http://l.salemweb.net/swnoffer0203/ ____________________SUBSCRIPTION INFO_______________________ * This newsletter is never sent unsolicited. To unsubscribe from this newsletter immediately, simply click on the link below. If this link is not clickable, simply cut and paste it into the address bar of your browser. http://www.salememail.com/unsub/210/1698058.aspx * Copyright � 2004 Salem Web Network and its Content Providers. All rights reserved. 1698058 ____________________________________________________________ TRINITY COLLEGE & SEMINARY OFF CAMPUS & ONLINE Experience Personal & Ministry Growth Through Bible-Focused Degree Programs Associate and Bachelor of Arts Master of Arts, M.Div., Doctor of Arts, Doctor of Ministry http://l.salemweb.net/tcs2003tr/footer/ ____________________________________________________________ Questions or comments can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
