How can we practically live out the truth of Romans 6:6 today? The Heart of Romans 6:6 “We know that our old self was crucified with Him so that the body of sin might be rendered powerless, that we should no longer be slaves to sin.” Remember What Happened at the Cross • Your “old self” is not on life support; it’s dead (Galatians 2:20). • Jesus’ victory over sin is historically finished and spiritually effective right now (Colossians 2:13-15). • Keep preaching this fact to your own heart each morning: the power of sin was broken at Calvary. Renew Your Mind Daily • Open Scripture before you open social media (Romans 12:2). • Memorize key “identity” verses (Ephesians 2:4-6; Colossians 3:1-3). • Speak truth out loud when temptation whispers the old lies. Say “No” to Sin’s Old Claims • Sin will still knock, but it has no legal right to the house. • When an old habit resurfaces, consciously declare: “That’s not who I am anymore” (Titus 2:11-12). • Replace vague guilt with specific resistance—identify the sin, call it defeated, walk away. Walk by the Spirit, Not by the Flesh • Start the day inviting the Spirit to direct thoughts, words, and choices (Romans 8:12-13). • Pause and ask, “Spirit, how do You want me to respond?” before reacting in anger, lust, or fear. • Expect His power; the same Spirit who raised Jesus lives in you (Romans 8:11). Replace Old Patterns with New Ones • Put off and put on (Ephesians 4:22-24): – Gossip → encouraging speech. – Lustful scrolling → purposeful prayer. – Self-indulgence → serving someone else. • Schedule holiness: plan scripture reading, accountability calls, and service opportunities just like appointments. Lean on Gospel Community • Invite trusted believers to ask hard questions (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Confess quickly (1 John 1:9); don’t let sin fester in the dark. • Celebrate one another’s progress—shared victories reinforce personal ones. Celebrate Ongoing Victory • Keep a journal of specific temptations overcome; review it when you feel stuck. • Sing songs that rehearse liberation (“I am no longer a slave to fear…”). • Look forward: Romans 6:14 promises, “For sin shall not be master over you…”—live today in light of that unstoppable future. |
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