“In Christ” reveals the covenant relationship we have with him. The spirit doesn’t change who we are but empowers us to live in the covenant relationship with Christ, freely submitting to his lordship. God’s everlasting love is declared in

1 Corinthians 11:23-27 we are in a covenant relationship with Christ and God.

A biblical covenant is a binding, relational agreement that God establishes with people in which He defines the relationship, makes promises, sets conditions or obligations, and specifies consequences. It is more than a contract and more than a feeling-based relationship, it is a structured relationship grounded in God’s initiative. He is our Father and Jesus is our Lord.

The Adamic, Noahic, Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic

Romans 3:23–24 “in Christ” as a covenant relationship, Christ is Lord who promises justification, redemption, and eternal life, and our response is to submit to his lordship by living under his rule, within the realm of his saving grace.

“In Christ” is a metaphor of sphere and relationship, meaning to live under Christ’s covenant lordship and to share in all that he has accomplished.

Romans 6:3-11 we are to identify with Christ’s accomplishments. This is our faith.

Romans 6:23 …the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 8:1-8 flesh – we are born self-centered, given to covetousness, rebellion and the desire to fix ourselves.

Galatians 5:16-26

Romans 8:9 the spirit doesn’t change who we are but empowers us to live in the covenant relationship with Christ, freely submitting to his lordship.

Romans 8:15 you have not been given the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear.

Romans 8:18 God loves you. He wants you in His family.

Romans 8:25 God loves you and wants you to be with Him forever.

Romans 8:31 God loves you, you are part of His eternal purpose.

Romans 8:34 God loves you and always has your back.

Romans 8:39 nothing can separate you from His love.

Rev. Vince uses the Bible version NASB-95