Romans 8:11
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Walking by the Spirit
10But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, yet your spirit is alive because of righteousness. 11And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you.
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
But if the Spirit, etc. - This verse confirms the sense given to the preceding. He who here receives the grace and Spirit of Christ, and continues to live under its influence a life of obedience to the Divine will, shall have a resurrection to eternal life; and the resurrection of Christ shall be the pattern after which they shall be raised. By his Spirit that dwelleth in you - Instead of δια του ενοικουντος αυτου πνευματος, because of the Spirit of him who dwelleth in you, DEFG, a great many others, with the Vulgate, Itala, and several of the fathers, have δια το ενοικουν αυτου πνευμα, which gives almost no variety of meaning. The latter may be neater Greek, but it is not better sense than the preceding.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
But--"And." if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you--that is, "If He dwell in you as the Spirit of the Christ-raising One," or, "in all the resurrection-power which He put forth in raising Jesus." he that raised up Christ from the dead--Observe the change of name from Jesus, as the historical Individual whom God raised from the dead, to CHRIST, the same Individual, considered as the Lord and Head of all His members, or of redeemed Humanity [ALFORD]. shall also quicken--rather, "shall quicken even" your mortal bodies by--the true reading appears to be "by reason of." his Spirit that dwelleth in you--"Your bodies indeed are not exempt from the death which sin brought in; but your spirits even now have in them an undying life, and if the Spirit of Him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, even these bodies of yours, though they yield to the last enemy and the dust of them return to the dust as it was, shall yet experience the same resurrection as that of their living Head, in virtue of the indwelling of same Spirit in you that quickened Him."
John Gill Bible Commentary
But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead,.... These words are not to be understood as they are by some, of the continued work of sanctification in the heart by the Spirit of God; for regeneration, and not sanctification, is signified by quickening, which quickening occurs when the Spirit of God first takes up his dwelling in the soul; besides, the apostle had spoke of the life of the spirit or soul before; and they are mortal bodies, and not its mortal souls, which are said to be quickened, for these cannot mean the body of sin, or the remains of corruption, as they are said to be, and which are never quickened, nor never can be. To understand the words in such a sense, is not so agreeable to the resurrection of Christ here mentioned; whereas Christ's resurrection is often used as an argument of ours, which is designed here, where the apostle argues from the one to the other. The Spirit dwells in the saints as his temples: the Spirit that dwells in them is, "the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead"; by whom is meant God the Father, to whom the resurrection of Christ from the dead is here and elsewhere ascribed. This "periphrasis" of him is used, to express the power, justice, and grace of God in the resurrection of his Son; to show that the Spirit of God was concerned in it; and the greatness of the person of the Spirit that dwells in the saints; and what reason they have to believe the sanctification of their souls, and the redemption of their bodies, since such a divine Spirit dwells in them; wherefore, he that raised up Christ from the dead, which is the Father, shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you; not the souls of the saints, for these die not: but their "bodies", called "mortal", because appointed to death, are under the sentence of it, and in which it already works; "your" bodies and not others; mortal ones, and not airy, celestial, immortal ones; the very same they carry about with them here, and in which the Spirit of God had dwelt. These shall be quickened. The Jews frequently express the resurrection by , "the quickening of the dead" some distinguish (y) between "the resurrection" of the dead, which is common to the wicked, and "the quickening" of them, peculiar to the righteous: though, it is observed, this distinction does not always hold: however, this act of quickening seems here designed to express the peculiar blessing, of the saints; for though the wicked shall be raised from the dead, yet they will not rise with the saints, nor by virtue of union to Christ, nor to an eternal life of joy and happiness; in this sense the saints only will be quickened, "by the Spirit"; not as an instrument, but as a coefficient cause with the Father and Son: or "because of the Spirit that dwelleth in you", the bodies of the saints are the temples of the Holy Ghost, they are sanctified by him, where he continues to dwell by virtue of union to Christ, and in consequence of it will quicken them at the last day; so the Jews say, that the Holy Ghost brings to the resurrection of the dead (z). (y) Vid. Buxtorf. Lexic. Rabbinic. p. 745, 746. (z) Misn. Sota, c. 9. sect. 15.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
8:11 by this same Spirit: The Holy Spirit is the agent of the resurrection of our bodies. Some manuscripts read “because of the same Spirit,” which would mean that the Spirit is the guarantee that our bodies will be raised (cp. Eph 1:14).
Romans 8:11
Walking by the Spirit
10But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, yet your spirit is alive because of righteousness. 11And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you.
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(1986 Prairie Series) 4 - Rediscovering Christ
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Be Holy in All Conversation
By Leonard Ravenhill10K1:26:36HolinessROM 8:111PE 1:21PE 2:21In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of God over sin and the world. He compares the power of sin to the law of gravity, stating that while sin may pull us down, the power of the risen son of God is greater. He highlights that believers are more than conquerors through Christ's love and are kept by the power of God. The preacher also mentions the story of Jesus' resurrection, explaining how the stone, wax, seal, and soldiers could not prevent the power of sin from being rolled against the tombstone. Overall, the sermon encourages believers to rely on the power of God and reminds them that there is always more to learn and possess in the Christian life.
Normal Christian Life Ch 8
By Watchman Nee6.7K28:00MAT 6:33ACT 2:33ACT 2:36ROM 6:23ROM 8:11PHP 2:91JN 5:14In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance and baptism as conditions for receiving forgiveness of sins. Repentance is described as a change of mind, where one's perspective on sin and the world is transformed. Baptism is seen as the second condition for forgiveness. The sermon also highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in the Christian experience, emphasizing that the Spirit is given by God as a gift and is essential for true conversion. The preacher references verses from Romans to support these teachings and also shares the personal experiences of Charles Finney and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in his life.
In Tribute to Kathryn Kuhlman - Part 1
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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.
The Power of the Holy Ghost (2 of 2)
By David Wilkerson6.0K46:06PSA 25:12MAT 6:33JHN 8:36ROM 6:4ROM 8:11In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the New Covenant and the freedom it brings. He shares his personal journey of preaching since childhood and his lifelong burden to comprehend the covenant God has made with His people. The preacher highlights that God's desire is not to condemn but to save His children, offering them all the power and strength they need. He encourages listeners to stop relying on their own efforts and instead surrender to God, seeking a closer relationship with Jesus to experience true freedom from sin.
How the Strong Can Backslide!
By Carter Conlon5.3K1:00:07BackslidingGEN 1:1MAT 6:33ACT 3:11ROM 8:112CO 12:9PHP 4:13REV 22:13In this sermon, the preacher begins by praying for the audience to have a deeper understanding of the word of God and to look beyond human speakers and ministries. The preacher then turns to Acts chapter 3, emphasizing the need to turn away from self-accomplishments and focus on Jesus as the only one who can bring victory in life and eternity. The sermon highlights the desire of God to make believers perfectly whole and to walk in abundance through the manifested presence of Jesus Christ. The preacher shares the personal testimony of finding strength, hope, and joy in Christ alone and encourages the audience to lay hold of this truth and stand with perfect soundness before God and men.
Communication of Our Faith - Part 5
By Alan Redpath4.9K54:31FaithMAT 6:33JHN 14:16ACT 1:8ROM 8:11GAL 5:22EPH 5:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a dedicated and serious follower of God. He describes a true believer as someone who is not just superficially engaged with the Bible, but who has been transformed by the power of God. The preacher also highlights the need for steadfastness and reliance on God's grace in the face of challenges and pressures. He shares a story of a man who found gratitude in a difficult situation, reminding listeners to always give thanks to God. The sermon concludes with a call to restore our relationship with God, recognize the sovereignty of Jesus, and embrace our responsibility as believers.
Evangelism Series - Part 1
By Carter Conlon4.3K59:38EvangelismPRO 11:30MAT 6:33MAT 7:21JHN 14:26ACT 4:12ROM 8:111CO 15:57In this sermon, the speaker begins a three-week teaching session on the keys to personal evangelism. While he acknowledges the abundance of how-to books on witnessing, he emphasizes that personal evangelism is not just about the technicalities. The speaker focuses on the wisdom of winning souls and effectively communicating the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He warns against machine-gun evangelism and urges believers to speak in a way that people can understand, just as Jesus did through parables. The importance of living where the people live and responding with wisdom is highlighted, as the Scripture says that he who wins souls is wise.
A Life of Victory
By J. Sidlow Baxter3.1K47:53VictoryMAT 6:33ROM 8:1ROM 8:9ROM 8:11ROM 8:35ROM 8:38In this sermon, the preacher begins by emphasizing the comforting truth that there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ and that nothing can separate them from God's love. However, he then raises the question of what happens in the in-between, the present life with its challenges and temptations. He shares a story about a father who reluctantly allows his daughter to go to a summer camp, but decides to secretly observe what goes on there. The preacher highlights the importance of freedom in the Christian life and points to Romans 8 as the key to understanding it, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and empowering believers.
Command Me Partial
By David Wilkerson3.0K02:59CommandsEZK 37:9MAT 6:33JHN 3:8ACT 1:8ROM 8:111CO 2:4EPH 6:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not just preaching the gospel, but also praying for a supernatural transaction between God and fallen man. He highlights the need for the Holy Spirit to do the work and bring about a heavenly transformation. The preacher references the story of Ezekiel, where he prophesied as commanded by God, and breath came into the lifeless bodies, turning them into an exceeding great army. The sermon emphasizes the power of prayer and the role of the Holy Spirit in bringing about spiritual revival and transformation.
More Than Conquerors - Part 2
By Leonard Ravenhill2.8K36:28Victorious LivingROM 8:1ROM 8:9ROM 8:11ROM 8:14ROM 8:28In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the unbreakable love of God. He uses the analogy of receiving letters from his wife while traveling to illustrate the excitement and anticipation of receiving messages from loved ones. The preacher then shifts to the image of airplanes defying gravity and relates it to the power of God that can lift us above the pull of the world, flesh, and devil. He references the end of Romans 7 and encourages the audience to read a poem by F.W.H. Myers about St. Paul's deep desire to save lost souls. Overall, the sermon highlights the need for God's intervention in our lives to overcome the sinful nature and the importance of recognizing Jesus as our one true hope.
Law of the Spirit in Christ
By Manley Beasley2.3K52:15Spirit Of GodDEU 33:25PRO 3:5ISA 55:8ROM 8:2ROM 8:111JN 4:17In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the "Law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus" as a key to overcoming sin and living a victorious life. He uses an illustration of a glove and a watch to explain how different laws operate in our lives. The speaker emphasizes that just as the law of gravity pulls a watch down, there is a law of sin working in us that naturally leads to wrongdoing. However, through the power of the Spirit, we can be set free from the law of sin and death and live according to the law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus. The speaker encourages listeners to understand their identity in Christ and to rely on the power of the Spirit to live a life pleasing to God.
Romans 8
By Manley Beasley2.2K56:36VictoryMAT 6:33ROM 6:6ROM 8:1ROM 8:112CO 5:171JN 4:17In this sermon, the preacher discusses the laws that operate in the universe and how they affect our behavior. He emphasizes that we don't have to do anything to lose our temper or be wrong because it is a natural law at work within us. The preacher then refers to a passage in 1 John 4:17, which states that as God is, so are we in this world. He highlights the importance of believing in this truth and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide us. The sermon concludes with a discussion on the law of the spirit of life and how it sets us free from the law of sin and death, as mentioned in Romans 8:2.
Total Commitment
By J. Edwin Orr2.1K28:51Total CommitmentROM 3:23ROM 5:1ROM 6:23ROM 7:15ROM 7:19ROM 8:11ROM 12:1In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the subject of sin and its impact on humanity. He explains that both Gentiles and Jews are sinners, emphasizing that all people have sinned and fallen short of God's glory. The speaker then moves on to discuss the concept of justification, highlighting that through faith in Jesus Christ, believers can be justified and have peace with God. He also addresses the ongoing struggle with sin in the life of a believer, using Romans 7 to illustrate the internal conflict between wanting to do what is right but sometimes falling into sin. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the importance of relying on God's grace and reckoning oneself dead to sin but alive to God.
Holl-03 Anatomy of Conversion
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Youth Convention at Fairhaven 1964-02 Returning to the Principles
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Christ Magnified - Part 4
By Leonard Ravenhill1.6K09:33ISA 55:8MAT 24:35ACT 1:8ROM 8:9ROM 8:111CO 2:9EPH 2:42TI 3:16HEB 4:122PE 1:21This sermon emphasizes the power and work of the Holy Spirit in transforming lives and empowering believers. It delves into the miraculous events surrounding the birth of Jesus, the impact of the Holy Spirit on the early disciples, and the enduring nature of God's Word despite opposition. The message challenges listeners to recognize the limitless possibilities of God's grace and the transformative work He can do in individuals who surrender to Him.
Fren-04 Death & Resurrection
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Span-09 Apostolic & Prophetic Foundations 6 of 8
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A Great Promise
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The Humble Will Be Lifted Up
By Carter Conlon1.4K45:47ROM 6:5ROM 8:11PHP 2:5JAS 4:6This sermon from James chapter 4 focuses on the theme of humility and surrendering to God's will. It emphasizes the need to let go of self-effort, pride, and worldly desires, and to fully trust in God's plan for our lives. The message highlights the importance of resisting the devil, drawing near to God, and allowing Him to lift us up in His time.
Can These Bones Live?
By Carter Conlon1.4K36:24HopelessPRO 3:5JER 32:27EZK 37:1MAT 18:10LUK 15:7JHN 3:16ROM 8:11In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God's ways and plans are beyond human understanding. He highlights God's strength, mercy, and willingness to forgive and give strength to those who are burdened by their past. The preacher encourages the audience to accept Jesus as their savior and invites them to receive a copy of the Gospel of John and get connected to a good church. He concludes by urging everyone to rejoice in the salvation of sinners and reminds them of God's love demonstrated through Jesus' sacrifice on the cross.
Creation-Providence-Redemption - Part 5
By William MacDonald1.4K34:30RedemptionPSA 95:6MAT 18:12LUK 23:33JHN 4:24JHN 20:29ROM 8:11In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the wonder and significance of Jesus as both fully human and fully God. He encourages the audience to constantly remind themselves that Jesus, despite being perfectly human, was also God. The preacher highlights the loneliness and humility of Jesus' earthly life, where he walked among the people and experienced rejection. The sermon also emphasizes the purpose of Jesus' coming, which was to seek and save the lost. The preacher concludes by reading Luke 23:33, reminding the audience of the crucifixion of Jesus and the importance of the cross in their lives.
Calculated to Revolutionize
By Major Ian Thomas1.4K59:48Christian LifeJHN 10:10ROM 8:111CO 2:92CO 4:7GAL 2:20EPH 3:20COL 1:27In this sermon, Major Ian Thomas shares his experience of meeting a pastor who was feeling defeated and useless in his role. They discuss the exciting truth that Jesus Christ is not only alive, but also lives in every believer through the Holy Spirit. Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the importance of sharing in the life of Christ 24/7 and experiencing the power of the Holy Spirit in every situation. He also mentions his joy in witnessing the transformation of a church in Milwaukee, where 85% of the congregation had been converted in the last 18 months.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
But if the Spirit, etc. - This verse confirms the sense given to the preceding. He who here receives the grace and Spirit of Christ, and continues to live under its influence a life of obedience to the Divine will, shall have a resurrection to eternal life; and the resurrection of Christ shall be the pattern after which they shall be raised. By his Spirit that dwelleth in you - Instead of δια του ενοικουντος αυτου πνευματος, because of the Spirit of him who dwelleth in you, DEFG, a great many others, with the Vulgate, Itala, and several of the fathers, have δια το ενοικουν αυτου πνευμα, which gives almost no variety of meaning. The latter may be neater Greek, but it is not better sense than the preceding.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
But--"And." if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you--that is, "If He dwell in you as the Spirit of the Christ-raising One," or, "in all the resurrection-power which He put forth in raising Jesus." he that raised up Christ from the dead--Observe the change of name from Jesus, as the historical Individual whom God raised from the dead, to CHRIST, the same Individual, considered as the Lord and Head of all His members, or of redeemed Humanity [ALFORD]. shall also quicken--rather, "shall quicken even" your mortal bodies by--the true reading appears to be "by reason of." his Spirit that dwelleth in you--"Your bodies indeed are not exempt from the death which sin brought in; but your spirits even now have in them an undying life, and if the Spirit of Him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, even these bodies of yours, though they yield to the last enemy and the dust of them return to the dust as it was, shall yet experience the same resurrection as that of their living Head, in virtue of the indwelling of same Spirit in you that quickened Him."
John Gill Bible Commentary
But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead,.... These words are not to be understood as they are by some, of the continued work of sanctification in the heart by the Spirit of God; for regeneration, and not sanctification, is signified by quickening, which quickening occurs when the Spirit of God first takes up his dwelling in the soul; besides, the apostle had spoke of the life of the spirit or soul before; and they are mortal bodies, and not its mortal souls, which are said to be quickened, for these cannot mean the body of sin, or the remains of corruption, as they are said to be, and which are never quickened, nor never can be. To understand the words in such a sense, is not so agreeable to the resurrection of Christ here mentioned; whereas Christ's resurrection is often used as an argument of ours, which is designed here, where the apostle argues from the one to the other. The Spirit dwells in the saints as his temples: the Spirit that dwells in them is, "the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead"; by whom is meant God the Father, to whom the resurrection of Christ from the dead is here and elsewhere ascribed. This "periphrasis" of him is used, to express the power, justice, and grace of God in the resurrection of his Son; to show that the Spirit of God was concerned in it; and the greatness of the person of the Spirit that dwells in the saints; and what reason they have to believe the sanctification of their souls, and the redemption of their bodies, since such a divine Spirit dwells in them; wherefore, he that raised up Christ from the dead, which is the Father, shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you; not the souls of the saints, for these die not: but their "bodies", called "mortal", because appointed to death, are under the sentence of it, and in which it already works; "your" bodies and not others; mortal ones, and not airy, celestial, immortal ones; the very same they carry about with them here, and in which the Spirit of God had dwelt. These shall be quickened. The Jews frequently express the resurrection by , "the quickening of the dead" some distinguish (y) between "the resurrection" of the dead, which is common to the wicked, and "the quickening" of them, peculiar to the righteous: though, it is observed, this distinction does not always hold: however, this act of quickening seems here designed to express the peculiar blessing, of the saints; for though the wicked shall be raised from the dead, yet they will not rise with the saints, nor by virtue of union to Christ, nor to an eternal life of joy and happiness; in this sense the saints only will be quickened, "by the Spirit"; not as an instrument, but as a coefficient cause with the Father and Son: or "because of the Spirit that dwelleth in you", the bodies of the saints are the temples of the Holy Ghost, they are sanctified by him, where he continues to dwell by virtue of union to Christ, and in consequence of it will quicken them at the last day; so the Jews say, that the Holy Ghost brings to the resurrection of the dead (z). (y) Vid. Buxtorf. Lexic. Rabbinic. p. 745, 746. (z) Misn. Sota, c. 9. sect. 15.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
8:11 by this same Spirit: The Holy Spirit is the agent of the resurrection of our bodies. Some manuscripts read “because of the same Spirit,” which would mean that the Spirit is the guarantee that our bodies will be raised (cp. Eph 1:14).