Message Notes
Series: Unburdened
Message: #1 - Living Without Condemnation
May 30-31, 2020
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund
Scripture | Romans 8:1-4
1 Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, 2 because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. 3 For what the law was powerless to do because it was weakened by the flesh, God did by sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh to be a sin offering. And so he condemned sin in the flesh, 4 in order that the righteous requirement of the law might be fully met in us, who do not live according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. —Romans 8:1-4 (NIV)
Notes
Romans 8:1 Teaches a wonderful truth – no condemnation
Romans 8:2-4 Invites to a wonderful life – no control
Three resistances to this:
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- Too
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Study Guide
Open
Read Romans 8:1-4 and pray for your time together.
Review
What is one thing from this weekend’s message that challenged, confused, or stood out to you?
Discuss
- What struck you or impacted you the most in this weekend’s message? What was unclear? What would you like to understand better?
- What burdens do you feel you are carrying in life that are heavy for you to carry? What are your spiritual burdens? How does coming to Jesus (Matt 11:28-30) help unburden you?
- What is hard for you to believe about the message of Romans 8:1? When do you feel condemned?
- Do you think that “the church” talks too much or too little about sin and condemnation? (e.g. “Talking about the love of God is enough…”) Why do you answer as you do?
- How does it impact your spiritual journey to know that God has seen the worst of you and continues to love you?
- Do you think the teaching of this passage can be detrimental to people when it comes to finding motivation to live righteously before God? Why or why not?
- How does the teaching of this passage build joy into your life?
Close in Prayer