Kevin, (continued)
Believing that through Jesus' suffering, death and resurrection, we are no longer prisoners to our sinfulness - we can choose not to continue to sin and receive Jesus in the State of Grace! A big part of trusting/believing in Jesus, is knowing that He freed us from the chains that bind us to sin. Once slaves to sin, we become obedient to God out of faith. We are no longer slaves to our sinfulness but rather we become slaves of righteousness. Jesus' grace drastically alters our lives. "And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires." (Galatians 2:4). Grace strips you of your idols and sinfulness, beginning the process of making your life reflect the righteousness that was declared for you on the Cross. Grace doesn't cover up the sinfulness in your life, it shines a spotlight on it and gently prompts change because of the price at which we were bought! (Continued)