Have you ever read a Bible verse that completely changed the way you think and live? In this episode of Connecting Faith and Life with Mister Brown, I’m sharing the fourth verse in our series, 5 Bible Verses That Have Changed My Life.

This verse has to do with the complete transformation that takes place when we trust Christ as our Savior.

YOU WILL NEVER BE THE SAME!

"Live for God by connecting faith and life."

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Imagine stepping into a life defined by purpose and strength—no longer bound by past mistakes and guilt. But what does that really look like in your everyday life? Join me as we dive deep into the practical implications of this radical transformation and equip you with the tools to embrace your newfound liberty in Christ. Don’t miss out on discovering the life you were meant to live!

[0:00] I am free!

[2:30] How you can be set free from sin

[12:30] Do this with your new identity

Bible Verses:

Romans 6

Romans 7:19

Romans 5:20-21

Some of you may remember that I played drums in my church as a youth. One of my favorite songs to jam out to on the drums was "I’m Free." I didn’t fully understand the implications of that song. It means so much more now that I understand it.

“For one who has died has been set free from sin.” - Romans 6:7

What is freedom? Understanding freedom starts with recognizing your identity in Christ. As a new creation, you are free from sin.

Exploring Romans 6

As a believer in Jesus Christ, you have died to sin and are set free from it. (Romans 6:3-4) Baptism is a symbol of being immersed in Christ's death and raised to new life. You are a new creation. Your salvation involves being rescued from the penalty, power, and presence of sin. Believers are no longer enslaved to sin but have a new identity in Christ.

Living Out Your Freedom in Christ

So how do you live out this new identity in Christ? The Holy Spirit leads believers and convicts them of sin. You will still face temptations, but as a new creation, you will be led to make choices that reflect your new identity.

Meditate on and study Romans 6 to understand and experience your freedom.

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In this episode of Connecting Faith and Life, Mister Brown discusses the transformative impact of John 1:12, which speaks of adoption into the family of God through faith in Christ.

[0:00] Intro

[1:45] Perceptions of adoption

[2:30] Who is a child of God?

[5:55] What is biblical adoption?

[8:20] Child of God by Forrest Frank

[12:20] Once a child of God always a child of God

[14:00] Final thoughts

Bible verses:

John 1:12

1 John 3:1

Child of God by Forrest Frank

Adoption and Its Perceptions

There are various views on adoption. Some positive and some negative. I worked with pregnancy testing centers and adoption ministries, which changed my perception of adoption.

Initially, I viewed adoption negatively, associating it with negative circumstances like teenage pregnancy or drug use. However, through the work I was doing with pregnancy centers, I began to see adoption as a positive act of placing children into stable homes. This experience changed my understanding of adoption and its beauty. The Bible speaks highly of adoption as well.

Adoption into the Family of God

“But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” John 1:12

There is a difference between being a creation of God and being a child of God, which comes through faith in Jesus. Those who trust Christ are adopted into the family of God. This adoption creates an opportunity for believers to have an intimate relationship with God. True belief and receiving are essential for accepting the gift of salvation and becoming a child of God.

The Doctrine and Invitation of Adoption

Adoption is a legal right given to believers, granting them all the privileges of being a child of God. This legal relationship is based on the work of Christ and a believer’s faith. You do not have to earn God's favor through good works. Adoption is a free gift, not something that can be earned or lost based on behavior.

Do you struggle with feelings of unworthiness? Remember that you have been adopted as a child of God. This assurance comes from God's Word, not from personal feelings or actions. Your adoption into the family of God is a free gift, not something that can be earned or lost. Embrace your adoption identity and live a life connected to the Lord.

"Live for God by connecting faith and life."

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