Romans 13:11-14
11 And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. 12 The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light. 13 Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. 14 Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh.
Once more we are approaching the end of one of the New Testament letters. Now the focus shifts from the theological truths to practical application. If we are made new in Christ - justified by faith - then we must live like it. Living out our new life in Christ involves putting aside dark things and putting on the armor of light. How inspiring and challenging is that?
Reflect
Questions
Read this passage slowly thinking about why we are warned not to slumber. Do you sometimes just get careless about your purity instead of being vigilant?
Notice how the last verse concludes on the positive solution. What are some positive steps you could take today?
Prayer
Dear Lord, I choose to clothe myself with Jesus. So cover me with your love and grace. remind me of all you have done to pardon and deliver me from sin and self. I draw near to you right now. I trust that as I do - you are drawing near to me. Amen
Memory Verse
You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. 1 Corinthians 6:19b-20 NIV
Share
Gather some family and friends together and read this passage. Then discuss this question: How can we team up to resist sexual temptations and promote purity? Pray for each other.
DFM Nation
Next Sunday Pastor Glenn Teal will teach on the topic “Self-control overcomes Gluttony.” This is a great Sunday to invite a friend. Pray for an open opportunity to do just that!
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