He Who Raised Christ from the Dead Will Also Give Life to Your Mortal Bodies
Date: March 25, 2024
I use the BLESS method every morning for my devotional.
B - Bible Verse
L - Listen for God's Voice and pray
E - Explore the History and meaning
S - Study the Key Words or Phrases
S - Summarize and Share
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B - Bible Verse (NIV): Romans 8:11 "And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you."
L - Listen for God's Voice and Pray: Dear God, we're reminded of Your indwelling Spirit and the promise of resurrection life. Help us to understand the reality of Your Spirit dwelling within us and the transformative power it brings to our lives. May Your Spirit lead us into a deeper understanding of this truth. Amen.
E - Explore the History and Meaning: Romans 8 is a chapter that digs into the believer's relationship with the Holy Spirit and the assurance of God's love and salvation. In verse 11, Paul highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in the believer's resurrection. Paul confirms that the same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead dwells within believers. This indwelling Spirit is the source of spiritual life and power, and it guarantees the believer's future resurrection.
S - Study the Key Words or Phrases: Key words/phrases:
Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead - Refers to the Holy Spirit.
Living in you - Indicates the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit in believers.
Give life to your mortal bodies - Signifies the promise of resurrection for believers.
Spirit who lives in you - Emphasizes the ongoing presence and activity of the Holy Spirit in believers.
S - Summarize and Share:
Romans 8:11 holds another profound truth that fills my heart with awe and wonder. It's like Paul is unveiling a divine mystery to us, revealing that the same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead now resides within us—yes, within you and me!
This verse speaks volumes about the intimate relationship we share with God through His Spirit. It's a reminder that we are not alone in this journey of faith; rather, we are filled with the very presence of the Almighty. And because His Spirit lives within us, we can have confidence that He will also give life to our mortal bodies.
For me, this truth is more than just a theological concept; it's a deeply personal reality that has transformed my perspective on life and death. It's a source of strength and courage in the face of trials and tribulations, knowing that the same power that conquered the grave is at work within me.
I can’t help but think of the countless times when I've experienced the Holy Spirit's guidance, comfort, and empowerment in my life. It's a reminder that His presence is not passive but active, working in and through me to accomplish God's purposes in the world.
May Romans 8:11 fill us all with a sense of awe and gratitude for the indwelling presence of God's Spirit. May we yield to His leading and allow Him to breathe new life into every aspect of our being, transforming us from the inside out.
4 Bible Cross References:
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Ephesians 1:13-14
2 Corinthians 4:14
John 14:16-17