Being under the Ten Commandments causes MORE sin? | Andrew Farley

EPIC: High-Impact Truths in the New Testament – Part 6

Ever felt like the Law was a relentless taskmaster, showcasing your every flaw? In my latest message on Romans 7:1-8, we explore Paul’s compelling analogy that challenges conventional wisdom on how to fight temptation. It’s not about a process of dying to sin—it’s about realizing you’re already free from its grip!

You’ll discover how the Law, while a perfect standard, can actually enhance sin’s power when you’re under it. But here’s the kicker: Paul reveals a radical solution to immorality that might just surprise you. Ready to explore how we serve God in a brand new way?

Click to watch and uncover the liberating truth that could transform your understanding of grace and freedom from sin.

Discussion Questions:

1. Read verses 1-4. What’s the analogy? What’s the takeaway?

2. Read verses 5-6. What did the Law do? Why were we released? How do we serve God now?

3. Read verses 7-8. How does Paul demonstrate that he means the Ten Commandments here? What is his solution to immorality? (Hint: See the end of verse 8 and discuss.)

4. Read verses 9-11. How are these verses about the Law’s effects and not about some “process” of Paul dying and sin becoming alive? (Note: Paul was already dead and sin was already alive.)

5. Read verses 12-13 and react to this statement: The Law is good, but put me under it, and watch sin be showcased as utterly sinful!

6. Reflection: Do you think this passage is setting Paul up to talk about his struggle under the Law as an unbeliever (devout Jew) or as a believer? Why?


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