Introduction In this lesson we wrap up our discussion of the Christian ethics, the teaching of right and wrong; or, in the words of Paul, how we use our freedom to walk in the way of the Spirit rather than in the way of our sinful flesh. We have followed the Ten Commandments to guide … Continue reading Freedom to be content (LD 44)
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Getting rid of the old self (LD 33, q&a 88-89)
Introduction A few years ago, a farmer in Australia cut off his own leg. While unloading corn, his ankle got trapped in the grain auger, which threatened to pull him into the machine. He was alone and couldn’t call for help. If he passed out, sooner or later the machine would pull his own body … Continue reading Getting rid of the old self (LD 33, q&a 88-89)
The death of death
Introduction The last two lessons were about the humiliation of the Son of God. He gave up his heavenly glory and became a man; as the Bible says, he “took the form of a servant” (Phil. 2:7). He suffered, not unintentionally, but deliberately. The way of humiliation went very deep, to being condemned as if … Continue reading The death of death