Romans 6:14
Verse
Context
Dead to Sin, Alive to God
13Do not present the parts of your body to sin as instruments of wickedness, but present yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life; and present the parts of your body to Him as instruments of righteousness.14For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace.
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Summary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Sin shall not have dominion over you - God delivers you from it; and if you again become subject to it, it will be the effect of your own choice or negligence. Ye are not under the law - That law which exacts obedience, without giving power to obey; that condemns every transgression and every unholy thought without providing for the extirpation of evil or the pardon of sin. But under grace - Ye are under the merciful and beneficent dispensation of the Gospel, that, although it requires the strictest conformity to the will of God, affords sufficient power to be thus conformed; and, in the death of Christ, has provided pardon for all that is past, and grace to help in every time of need.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
For Sin shall not have dominion over you--as the slaves of a tyrant lord. for ye are not under the law, but under grace--The force of this glorious assurance can only be felt by observing the grounds on which it rests. To be "under the law" is, first, to be under its claim to entire obedience; and so, next under its curse for the breach of these. And as all power to obey can reach the sinner only through Grace, of which the law knows nothing, it follows that to be "under the law" is, finally, to be shut up under an inability to keep it, and consequently to be the helpless slave of sin. On the other hand, to be "under grace," is to be under the glorious canopy and saving effects of that "grace which reigns through righteousness unto eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (see on Rom 5:20-21). The curse of the law has been completely lifted from off them; they are made "the righteousness of God in Him"; and they are "alive unto God through Jesus Christ." So that, as when they were "under the law," Sin could not but have dominion over them, so now that they are "under grace," Sin cannot but be subdued under them. If before, Sin resistlessly triumphed, Grace will now be more than conqueror.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For sin shall not have dominion over you,.... It has dominion over God's people in a state of unregeneracy: and after conversion it is still in them, and has great power oftentimes to hinder that which is good, and to effect that which is evil; it entices and ensnares, and brings into captivity, and seems as though it would regain its dominion, and reign again, but it shall not. This is not a precept, exhortation, or admonition, as before, though some read it as such, "let not sin have dominion over you"; nor does it express merely what ought not to be, but what cannot, and shall not be; it is an absolute promise, that sin shall not have the dominion over believers; and respects not acts of sin, but the principle of sin; and means not its damning power, though that is took away, but its tyrannical, governing power: "it shall not lord it over you", as the words may be rendered; for in regeneration, sin is dethroned; Christ enters as Lord, and continues to be so; saints are in another kingdom, the kingdom of Christ and grace; could sin reign again over them, they might be lost and perish, which they never can: now this is a noble argument why saints should use their members as weapons of righteousness for God and against sin; since they are sure of being conquerors, and are secure from the tyrannical government of sin over them. The Jewish doctors say (x), there are three persons, , "over whom the evil imagination", or "sin, had not the dominion"; and these are they, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; but these are not the only persons, for all Abraham's spiritual seed, all that are of the faith of Abraham, enjoy the same favour: the reason of this is, for ye are not under the law; by which is meant, not the law of nature; nor the civil law of the Jews; nor their ceremonial law; but either the law of sin, as a governing principle; or rather the moral law: this they were under, so as to obey it, but not in order to obtain righteousness by it; or as forced to obey it by its threats and terrors; they were not under its rigorous exaction; nor under its curse and condemnation; nor as irritating sin, and causing it to abound; or as a covenant of works: but under grace; under the covenant of grace, and in the enjoyment of the blessings of it; under the Gospel, and the dispensation of it, which leads and teaches men to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts; under and in the possession of the grace of justification and pardon, which strongly influence to righteousness and holiness; and under regenerating and sanctifying grace as a reigning governing principle in the soul. The apostle's view in this is, to affect the saints with their present privilege, and to engage them in a cheerful conflict with sin, and to stir up in them an abhorrence of living in it. (x) T. Bab. Bava Bathra, fol. 17. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
6:14 you no longer live under the requirements of the law: With the Messiah’s coming, the era governed by the law of Moses came to an end (see Gal 3:19-25). • you live under the freedom of God’s grace: God’s dealings with his people have always been characterized by grace, but grace dominates the new era in which Christians live in Christ. Cp. John 1:17.
Romans 6:14
Dead to Sin, Alive to God
13Do not present the parts of your body to sin as instruments of wickedness, but present yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life; and present the parts of your body to Him as instruments of righteousness.14For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace.
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- Sermons
- Commentary
Christ Magnified in Our Bodies
By Leonard Ravenhill22K56:35ObediencePSA 33:2ROM 6:11ROM 6:142CO 5:10GAL 2:20PHP 1:20In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of redeeming the time and not wasting opportunities. He highlights the urgency of spreading the gospel, as there are millions of people who have never heard the message of Christ. The speaker also discusses the passion and dedication of the apostle Paul in preaching, suffering, and praying for the sake of Christ. He emphasizes the need for believers to have the mind of God and to be guided by the Holy Spirit in their lives. The sermon concludes with a call to live a life of holiness and to be devoted to magnifying Christ in both life and death.
Reality in the Christian Life
By Zac Poonen17K1:00:53HypocrisyMAT 1:21MAT 6:33MAT 7:7ROM 6:14ROM 8:37PHP 4:4COL 2:16In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the precious and magnificent promises that God has given us in the scriptures. He explains that these promises are not meant to solely bring us health or wealth, but to transform us and make us partakers of God's nature. The speaker highlights the fallen nature of humanity, using the analogy of a pig being naturally dirty. He warns against the deception and hypocrisy prevalent in the world and encourages listeners to seek genuine godliness and inner reality. The speaker also shares his personal journey of realizing the need for authenticity in his own life and the importance of living out the truths of the Bible consistently.
Christian Freedom: Grow Up and Be Free
By Warren Wiersbe9.6K29:36FreedomPSA 37:4ROM 6:14ROM 8:14GAL 3:29GAL 4:7GAL 5:1In this sermon on Galatians 4:1-18, the speaker emphasizes the importance of spiritual maturity in experiencing freedom in Christ. He distinguishes between age and maturity, stating that maturity is a quality of experience rather than simply a quantity of time. The speaker also highlights the need for believers to live in the freedom they have been redeemed into, rather than returning to bondage. He concludes by contrasting the motivation of fear under the law with the motivation of love under grace, emphasizing the intimate relationship believers have with God as their Father.
Grow Up and Be Free
By Warren Wiersbe7.7K29:36FreedomPSA 37:4ROM 6:14GAL 3:29GAL 4:7GAL 5:1EPH 4:13In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the theme of freedom and maturity in the context of the book of Galatians. The main message is that growing up spiritually leads to freedom in Christ. The speaker emphasizes that maturity is not determined by age, but by the quality of experience. The sermon also highlights the contrast between being motivated by fear under the law and being motivated by love under grace.
Brokenness Study #6 - After Brokenness What Then?
By Charles Stanley7.6K50:42BrokennessMAT 6:33JHN 12:24ROM 6:14ROM 6:18In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of brokenness and its significance in a person's life. He explains that humans have a body, soul, and spirit, and that before being broken, there is a constant struggle and friction within oneself. The speaker emphasizes that surrendering and laying everything down before God is not a loss, but a victory. He then explores the aftermath of brokenness, stating that it gives individuals a new perspective on God's purpose for their lives. The sermon concludes with a reference to John 12:24, where Jesus explains that unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it cannot bear much fruit.
(So Great a Salvation) Overcoming the World
By Paris Reidhead7.3K45:05OvercomingMAT 6:33ROM 6:141CO 10:12JAS 1:121PE 5:81JN 2:16In this sermon, the speaker recounts an encounter with a young man at a retreat center. The young man expresses his desire to have victory in his life but admits that he often fails to do what he knows is right. The speaker then delves into the concept of overcoming the world and emphasizes the importance of believing in Jesus as the Son of God. He explains that anything that makes us feel that God's commandments are burdensome is considered part of the world. The speaker concludes by encouraging listeners to use the evidences of the new birth to help others and trust in the work of the Holy Spirit.
Garland, Texas - Complete Commitment
By J. Edwin Orr6.1K1:26:37ROM 6:14ROM 7:15ROM 8:11ROM 12:1This sermon emphasizes the importance of total commitment to God, highlighting the struggle with sin and the need to surrender completely to experience the power of the Holy Spirit. It discusses the distinction between justification by faith and sanctification, urging believers to decisively dedicate their lives to God and allow the Holy Spirit to empower them to live a life pleasing to Him.
Learning How to Be Ordinary
By David Wilkerson5.4K49:46PSA 37:23MRK 16:18ROM 6:14ROM 8:28HEB 4:9JAS 4:71JN 3:1In this sermon, the preacher discusses the pressure that society puts on individuals to be successful and extraordinary. He gives examples of parents pushing their children to excel in sports or music, and the prevalence of self-help books promoting success and wealth. The preacher also highlights the dangers of this mindset by referencing Hitler and the impact of his success message on the German people. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of embracing ordinariness and recognizing that true worth and calling come from God, not from worldly achievements.
A Victorious Christian Life
By Oswald J. Smith5.3K38:32VictoryMAT 11:28ROM 6:14ROM 7:241CO 15:57In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of finding victory through Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that victory cannot be earned or worked for, but is a gift from God. The preacher encourages the audience to identify their own personal struggles and sins and seek deliverance through Jesus. He invites those who want to find victory to come to an inquiry room where he will lead them in accepting Jesus as their victor.
(2006 Conference) 9. Seven Wonderful Promises
By Zac Poonen4.8K1:00:50MAT 16:18LUK 5:37ROM 6:14ROM 8:282CO 1:20HEB 13:5This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God and highlights the struggle to let go of earthly desires and embrace the promises of the New Covenant. It encourages believers to focus on becoming overcomers in Christ, overcoming sin, the world, the flesh, and the devil. The sermon also stresses the need to trust in God's grace, to keep a clear conscience, and to humbly submit to God's will, allowing Him to build His church and lead us in triumph.
(Basics) 21. Law and Grace
By Zac Poonen4.8K12:49MAT 6:33MAT 11:11ROM 6:142CO 3:6EPH 2:8HEB 4:16In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between the old covenant and the new covenant, between law and grace. The verse in Romans 6:14 is highlighted as a concise statement that captures the essential difference between the two. The old covenant, represented by the law, was mediated through Moses and had its limitations, while the new covenant, represented by grace through Jesus, is far superior. The speaker uses the analogy of a bicycle and an airplane to illustrate the vast difference between the two covenants in terms of their ability to bring people to a higher standard of life and fellowship with God.
It Is Finished
By Leonard Ravenhill4.6K1:01:00The Cross of ChristRedemptionCross of ChristISA 53:5MAT 27:46JHN 19:30ROM 6:141CO 15:55GAL 2:20EPH 1:10HEB 10:101PE 2:24REV 21:4Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the profound significance of Jesus' declaration 'It is finished' from John 19:30, asserting that these words encapsulate the culmination of Old Testament prophecies and the foundation of New Testament truth. He reflects on the weight of these words, suggesting they signify the end of sin's power and the completion of redemption, contrasting the fleeting nature of modern words with the eternal impact of Christ's sacrifice. Ravenhill passionately argues that this moment terrified hell and marked the ultimate victory over sin and death, highlighting the necessity of recognizing the depth of Christ's suffering and the grace offered to humanity. He calls for believers to proclaim this truth boldly, reminding them that salvation cannot be earned but is a gift to be accepted in humility.
Religiosity or Spirituality #1 - Hungering for More of God
By Zac Poonen3.8K47:13ReligiosityMAT 6:33ROM 6:14GAL 3:13HEB 11:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that many believers are not living up to their full potential in their Christian walk because they are satisfied with mediocrity. He compares this to a student who settles for just passing an exam with the minimum required score. The speaker encourages listeners to have a mindset of striving for excellence in their spiritual lives, just as they would in material and physical matters. He highlights the story of Jacob in the Old Testament as an example of someone who persisted in seeking God's blessing and received it. The speaker concludes by urging listeners to pause and listen to what God is saying to them, so that their lives can become a blessing to others.
The Precious Blood and the Mighty Hand
By David Wilkerson3.2K1:06:42EXO 15:6PSA 44:2ISA 63:1JER 1:9MAT 13:29ROM 6:141CO 10:13In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal journey of seeking inspiration from the Holy Spirit. After two weeks of struggling to find a message, he is guided to study love and reconciliation in the Bible. He emphasizes that God is a friend to the lost and backsliders, and his love for them is even greater. The speaker also discusses the concept of God being in control, using the analogy of a strong hand guiding a car. He concludes by sharing a vision he had during prayer, affirming that he is not at the mercy of Satan or any lust.
Through the Bible - Joshua
By Zac Poonen3.1K57:26EXO 12:7JOS 3:15JOS 4:6JOS 4:14MAT 6:33ROM 6:142CO 2:14In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of giving thanks to God when He performs miracles in our lives. He uses the example of the Israelites crossing the River Jordan and building a memorial of stones to remember God's faithfulness. The speaker also warns against seeking advice from others instead of seeking guidance from the Lord, as the Israelites did when they made a covenant with their neighbors without consulting God. He encourages listeners to focus on what God is saying rather than wasting time studying the opinions of critics. The sermon concludes with the reminder that our calling is to share and tell others to listen to what God is saying, just as Moses, Joshua, and Peter did.
Santification
By J. Edwin Orr3.0K1:25:53SantificationMAT 6:33JHN 8:34ROM 1:8ROM 3:23ROM 6:14ROM 7:151PE 2:19In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the problem of man's guilt and the need for justification. The first three chapters of the book of Romans address the issue of sin and guilt, emphasizing that every person is guilty before God. The solution to this problem is justification by faith, as stated in Romans 5:1. The preacher also highlights the ongoing struggle with the power of sin in the lives of believers, referencing Romans 6 and 7 as evidence of this struggle.
The Nature of God (High Quality)
By Paris Reidhead3.0K37:40Character Of God2CH 7:14EZK 33:11MAT 6:33JHN 10:27ROM 6:141CO 10:13HEB 12:1In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Ezekiel 33:11, which emphasizes God's desire for the wicked to turn from their ways and live, rather than facing death. The sermon explores the three-fold testimony found in scripture, which reveals the nature of God, the nature of man, and the nature of sin. The preacher highlights the importance of hating evil and having a conscience that is offended by sin, as it allows for God's protection. The sermon also addresses the possibility of believers falling into sin and the idols that can lead them astray, such as the worship of Ashtaroth and Baal.
(God and Man) Three Tenses of Salvation
By Zac Poonen2.7K1:08:38GEN 2:9GEN 2:17PRO 30:8ROM 6:14ROM 13:11HEB 8:102PE 3:9In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the influence of Satan in various aspects of the world, including entertainment, music, medicine, and education. He urges listeners not to be deceived by the devil and to stand as a light in this world. The speaker also highlights the importance of having knowledge of good and evil and making choices based on that knowledge. He encourages believers to be long-suffering with others, just as God is long-suffering with us. The sermon concludes with a prayer for radical change and a plea for individuals to live their lives seriously for God.
(The Better Covenant) 5 - Satan Defeated
By Zac Poonen2.5K52:46MAT 5:23LUK 10:18ROM 6:14EPH 6:12JAS 4:7In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not letting anger linger in our hearts. He refers to Ephesians 4:26, which warns that unresolved anger gives Satan power over our lives. The speaker encourages believers to apologize, ask for forgiveness, and let go of anger before going to bed, so that Satan cannot gain a foothold. He also highlights the need for steady growth in our Christian walk, comparing it to the constant forward movement of the sun. The speaker concludes by reminding listeners that in the new covenant, we come to God as a loving father, and that anger should be directed towards the dishonoring of Jesus' name and exploitation of others, rather than personal offenses.
Dynamic Christianity
By James A. Stewart2.2K46:40ChristianityROM 6:14EPH 3:16In this sermon, the speaker, Poussey Hewitt, shares his personal experience of being awakened at four o'clock in the morning to pray. He emphasizes the importance of following rules and regulations in order to maintain a disciplined spiritual life. Hewitt also highlights the need for believers to go beyond just being saved from hell and to seek deliverance from the power of sin on a daily basis. He encourages pastors to have a deep understanding of the Word of God and to lead their congregations in a dynamic faith that includes fervent prayer and a burden for souls.
Do You Have the Real Thing? (Compilation)
By Compilations2.1K34:33CompilationMAT 6:33LUK 13:3JHN 3:14ACT 1:14ROM 6:14GAL 3:13REV 20:12In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance and the need to turn away from self-centeredness and please God instead. He urges the audience to run from false gospels that focus on success, prosperity, and self-improvement, as well as churches that glorify men rather than Christ. The preacher also highlights the sacrifice of Jesus, who took on the wrath of God and satisfied justice, allowing sinners to be justified. The sermon encourages listeners to seek a genuine and transformative relationship with God.
Law vs. Grace
By Stephen Kaung2.1K1:11:29GraceMAT 6:33ROM 6:14GAL 3:25GAL 5:4GAL 6:18In this video, the speaker discusses the basics of the gospel of Jesus Christ and emphasizes the importance of understanding these basics. The three main points of focus are grace versus law, faith versus works, and spirit versus flesh. The speaker encourages the audience to study the letter to the Galatians and identify every verse where the words grace, faith, and works are mentioned. This exercise will help them gain a clear understanding of the gospel and provide a foundation for future growth.
Between the Two (Compilation)
By Compilations2.0K03:59Compilation1KI 18:21MAT 6:33LUK 9:62ROM 6:142CO 6:17HEB 13:13JAS 4:4In this sermon, the preacher addresses the issue of people who claim to love God but still engage in sinful behaviors. He emphasizes the need for believers to fully commit to following God and not be caught in a state of indecision. The preacher urges the congregation to step outside of the comfort of religious rituals and seek a genuine relationship with God. He warns that being caught between two kingdoms, trying to have the best of both worlds, leads to powerlessness and a lack of victory in the Christian life. The sermon draws from biblical references, such as Hebrews 13:13 and 1 Kings 18:21, to support the message.
(Manitoba 2001) the New Covenant in Christ's Blood
By Zac Poonen1.9K1:11:53Blessing Of GodPSA 103:2MAT 6:33LUK 22:20ROM 6:14ROM 6:23HEB 8:10In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing our dependence on Jesus. He uses the example of the disciples who struggled to catch fish all night until they finally gave up and Jesus came to their aid. The preacher highlights that it is when we come to the end of ourselves and acknowledge our inability to succeed on our own that God begins to work in our lives. He also emphasizes the futility of trying to be justified or made perfect by following the law, as it is only a shadow of the good things to come. The preacher encourages listeners to embrace the new covenant and find liberation in Jesus.
(Texas 2009) the Holy Spirit Brings Heaven Into Us
By Zac Poonen1.9K1:00:13Holy SpiritMAT 3:3MAT 7:14MAT 13:25ROM 6:14EPH 4:31PHP 4:4PHP 4:6In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the state of Christendom today and how the enemy has influenced it. He emphasizes the importance of repentance, which he believes is missing in Christian preaching today. The speaker also discusses the ministry of John the Baptist and how he prepared people for the coming of Christ through repentance. He highlights the need for preparation in our hearts for the coming of Christ and the significance of teaching the principles of the heavenly life to our children.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Sin shall not have dominion over you - God delivers you from it; and if you again become subject to it, it will be the effect of your own choice or negligence. Ye are not under the law - That law which exacts obedience, without giving power to obey; that condemns every transgression and every unholy thought without providing for the extirpation of evil or the pardon of sin. But under grace - Ye are under the merciful and beneficent dispensation of the Gospel, that, although it requires the strictest conformity to the will of God, affords sufficient power to be thus conformed; and, in the death of Christ, has provided pardon for all that is past, and grace to help in every time of need.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
For Sin shall not have dominion over you--as the slaves of a tyrant lord. for ye are not under the law, but under grace--The force of this glorious assurance can only be felt by observing the grounds on which it rests. To be "under the law" is, first, to be under its claim to entire obedience; and so, next under its curse for the breach of these. And as all power to obey can reach the sinner only through Grace, of which the law knows nothing, it follows that to be "under the law" is, finally, to be shut up under an inability to keep it, and consequently to be the helpless slave of sin. On the other hand, to be "under grace," is to be under the glorious canopy and saving effects of that "grace which reigns through righteousness unto eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (see on Rom 5:20-21). The curse of the law has been completely lifted from off them; they are made "the righteousness of God in Him"; and they are "alive unto God through Jesus Christ." So that, as when they were "under the law," Sin could not but have dominion over them, so now that they are "under grace," Sin cannot but be subdued under them. If before, Sin resistlessly triumphed, Grace will now be more than conqueror.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For sin shall not have dominion over you,.... It has dominion over God's people in a state of unregeneracy: and after conversion it is still in them, and has great power oftentimes to hinder that which is good, and to effect that which is evil; it entices and ensnares, and brings into captivity, and seems as though it would regain its dominion, and reign again, but it shall not. This is not a precept, exhortation, or admonition, as before, though some read it as such, "let not sin have dominion over you"; nor does it express merely what ought not to be, but what cannot, and shall not be; it is an absolute promise, that sin shall not have the dominion over believers; and respects not acts of sin, but the principle of sin; and means not its damning power, though that is took away, but its tyrannical, governing power: "it shall not lord it over you", as the words may be rendered; for in regeneration, sin is dethroned; Christ enters as Lord, and continues to be so; saints are in another kingdom, the kingdom of Christ and grace; could sin reign again over them, they might be lost and perish, which they never can: now this is a noble argument why saints should use their members as weapons of righteousness for God and against sin; since they are sure of being conquerors, and are secure from the tyrannical government of sin over them. The Jewish doctors say (x), there are three persons, , "over whom the evil imagination", or "sin, had not the dominion"; and these are they, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; but these are not the only persons, for all Abraham's spiritual seed, all that are of the faith of Abraham, enjoy the same favour: the reason of this is, for ye are not under the law; by which is meant, not the law of nature; nor the civil law of the Jews; nor their ceremonial law; but either the law of sin, as a governing principle; or rather the moral law: this they were under, so as to obey it, but not in order to obtain righteousness by it; or as forced to obey it by its threats and terrors; they were not under its rigorous exaction; nor under its curse and condemnation; nor as irritating sin, and causing it to abound; or as a covenant of works: but under grace; under the covenant of grace, and in the enjoyment of the blessings of it; under the Gospel, and the dispensation of it, which leads and teaches men to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts; under and in the possession of the grace of justification and pardon, which strongly influence to righteousness and holiness; and under regenerating and sanctifying grace as a reigning governing principle in the soul. The apostle's view in this is, to affect the saints with their present privilege, and to engage them in a cheerful conflict with sin, and to stir up in them an abhorrence of living in it. (x) T. Bab. Bava Bathra, fol. 17. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
6:14 you no longer live under the requirements of the law: With the Messiah’s coming, the era governed by the law of Moses came to an end (see Gal 3:19-25). • you live under the freedom of God’s grace: God’s dealings with his people have always been characterized by grace, but grace dominates the new era in which Christians live in Christ. Cp. John 1:17.