I. Dead with Christ to Serve with Liberty (vv. 20-22) A. From the Indwelling Power of Sin (vv. 11-12) B. From the Old Covenant Ceremonies (Gal. 4:3-4) C. From Man's Commandments and Doctrines (Isa. 29:13) II. Empowered by Christ to Subdue Flesh (v. 23) A. The Impotence of Man-Made Worship 1. It misplaces the source of sin and uncleanness (1 Cor. 6:13). 2. It pretends humility and holiness – before men (Mark 7:15). 3. It thinks holiness is bodily asceticism. 4. It is a will worship – made up and motivated by man. 5. It cannot satisfy or tame the flesh – but actually feeds it. B. The Power of Christ-Centered Worship and Living 1. We are in a living union with him (v. 19). 2. We are indwelled by his Spirit (Rom. 8:9-11). 3. We are able to mortify the flesh in his strength (Col. 3:5).
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Chris began preaching and pastoring at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Buford, Georgia, in 1994. He and his wife, Elizabeth, have been blessed with 5 children and four grandchildren. Chris continues to preach, write, and pastor at Covenant Presbyterian.
