Message by Bob Crosthwaite, Pastor Emeritus

PART 2: Looking for Jesus

Romans 8:1-11

Freedom has been a compelling issue since the beginning of time.

3 Things the Law cannot do to a Christian:
1. It cannot claim you (Romans 8:2)
2. It cannot condemn you (Romans 8:3)
3. It cannot control you (Romans 8:4)

In Romans 8, the author writes about Real Freedom, Genuine Freedom, God-Initiated Freedom.

In verses 5-11, a contrast between 2 kinds of life:
- dominated by a sinful human nature
- dominated by the Spirit of God

“What would Jesus want me to do?”

Never seek REVENGE.
Rotten fruit will fall by itself.

We are not only set free from SIN; but we are also set free from the LAW.

Because we have been set free from the Law, we are held to a higher level of accountability -- all due to our relationship with Jesus.

Jesus is asking: “Will YOU live in freedom?”

Real freedom begins with Jesus.

Jesus is waiting for YOU.
Are YOU looking for Jesus?