In this episode, Ross O’Hair and Jamie Pharis Pyles dive into Romans 6:1-5 to uncover how being united with Christ in His death and resurrection transforms our daily lives. If you are struggling with sin or feeling like your past defines you, this episode will encourage and equip you to understand that, in and through Christ, sin's power no longer binds you—you’ve been made completely new! Learn how to walk in this freedom, rely on God's grace, and experience true victory as you live out your new identity.

Key Verses:

Romans 6:1-5 : "What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it? Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his."

Quotes:

“Sin brings death, but now we have the power of Christ within us. Why would we want to go back to that?”

Key Points:

1. Sin is no longer our master; we have been made new in Christ.
2. Our desires have changed because of our new identity in Christ, leading us to reject sin.
3. Relying on Christ’s power is essential for living out this new identity and reigning in life.

Outline:

1. Introduction (00:05)
2. Scripture Reading (01:04)
3. Grace Over Sin: God’s Transforming Power (02:11)
4. Living as Someone Who Is Dead to Sin (03:08)
5. Baptism: A Picture of Our New Life in Christ (04:00)
6. Sin as a Power: Overcoming Its Grip (06:35)
7. United with Christ: Living from His Power, Not Your Own (07:47)
8. Why You No Longer Need to Be Defined by Sin (10:34)
9. Living Out Our New Identity (14:06)
10. Takeaway: Living in Victory (16:25)

Theme Music:

Here Forever by Adigold Emotional Cinematic Trailer by AirFamily (all rights and licensing from Envato elements)

Hosted by: Ross O'Hair Participating Staff: Jamie Pharis Pyles Edited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina

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