Freedom Now: Denying Sin in a World That Justifies It
Introduction: Confronting the Flesh in an Age of Excuses
There is a deceptive narrative sweeping through churches, social media, and the thoughts of struggling believers. It sounds like this: “God’s grace has you. Just sin, then repent later. After all, that’s what the cross is for, right?”
This is not just spiritual laziness—it is rebellion cloaked in half-truths. And it's dangerous.
Today’s believers must stand on truth: grace is not permission to sin; it is power to deny sin. The gospel of Jesus Christ does not just save us from the penalty of sin—it delivers us from its power. You are no longer a slave.
The Flesh Will Beg—But You Don’t Owe It Anything
The apostle Paul spoke to this tension between flesh and spirit:
“Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof. Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God…”
(Romans 6:12–13, KJV)
Sin is persuasive. It appeals to comfort, convenience, and carnal logic. It whispers lies like, “God will forgive you later. Just do what you feel.” But Scripture is clear: we are not to yield to sin.
“For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.”
(Romans 6:14, KJV)
Biblical grace doesn’t excuse sin—it empowers holiness.
The New Master: Righteousness Through Christ
Before salvation, we were slaves to sin—helpless, chained, and dead in trespasses. But now:
“Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.”
(Romans 6:18, KJV)
You’ve had a change of ownership. You no longer belong to the flesh or its demands. You now belong to the Lord, who purchased you with His blood (1 Corinthians 6:19–20).
When temptation rises, don’t answer like a victim. Respond like someone who’s been set free.
Grace Trains Us—It Doesn't Tolerate Sin
The apostle Paul lays it out plainly:
“For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world.”
(Titus 2:11–12, KJV)
This grace is not future-oriented only. It empowers godly living now—“in this present world.” The world says, “Follow your heart.” The Word says, “Deny yourself.” The difference is eternal.
Modern Parallels: A Culture That Coddles Sin
We live in a society that elevates feelings over truth, therapy over repentance, and self-expression over sanctification. Even within the church, there's a growing trend to redefine grace as emotional comfort instead of spiritual transformation.
But Scripture warns us:
“This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves…”
(2 Timothy 3:1–2, KJV)
This is not the hour to flirt with sin. It’s the hour to flee it. The end-time church must be set apart—burning with holiness, not hypocrisy.
A Call to Repentance: Grace Is Still Calling You Higher
Maybe you’ve heard the voice of the flesh louder than the voice of the Spirit lately. Maybe you've compromised, believing God’s grace is a safety net for willful rebellion. But that voice isn’t truth—it’s deception.
Today, Christ is calling you out of excuses and into obedience.
“Awake to righteousness, and sin not…”
(1 Corinthians 15:34, KJV)
Repentance is not punishment. It’s your invitation to return to the path of life. And if you are truly His, the Holy Spirit will not let you be comfortable in sin. He will convict, correct, and call you out—because He loves you.
The Gospel: From Slave to Son
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You were born in sin.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.”
(Romans 3:23, KJV) -
Sin earns death.
“For the wages of sin is death…”
(Romans 6:23, KJV) -
But Christ died for you.
“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”
(Romans 5:8, KJV) -
Salvation comes by faith.
“That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.”
(Romans 10:9, KJV)
Receive Him. Follow Him. And live in the freedom He paid for.
Conclusion: Tell Sin “No”—Because You Can
You’re not helpless. You’re not trapped. You’re not condemned. You’re free.
“If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.”
(John 8:36, KJV)
Next time the flesh comes knocking—remind it that you’ve switched masters. You don’t belong to sin anymore. You belong to righteousness.
Walk in it. Live it. Believe it. You are free.
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