Therefore, do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its evil desires. Romans 6:12
Righteousness is not passive. It does not happen by accident and cannot remain without intentional effort.
Rome, a growing, sophisticated metropolis, had a growing Christian population that began on the day of Pentecost when Roman visitors to Jerusalem witnessed the power of the Holy Spirit. Paul has written this letter to those believers in hopes of visiting soon. Instead, three years later he arrives as a prisoner. Even so, his truth and works continued and Rome’s church grew.
God will not squeeze Himself into spaces harboring sin. Holiness is a choice. God is loving and just but He will not accept excuses. Sin is a death sentence, but Christ’s resurrection provides life ever lasting.
Happy Weekend!
Gretchen