Rom 8:10 | MHM | STEP | The Believer's Privileges In this section, Paul explains the wonderful benefits that belong to true followers of Christ. He shows that believers are given both new life and a special relationship with God. These blessings are not just for the future, but start now and grow even greater in eternity. Paul also teaches us what happens to our bodies and souls, and how the Holy Spirit changes our lives. Let’s look at his teaching verse by verse. v. 10 : Paul says, If Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, but the Spirit is life because of righteousness (Romans 8:10 ). Our bodies are still weak and will die one day because sin has brought death into the world (Genesis 3:19 ). Even though we may feel strong and healthy now, our bodies are not immortal. This is a reminder that sin is the enemy of our bodies. But while our bodies are dying, our souls are made alive by God’s Spirit. The righteousness of Christ, given to us, keeps our souls alive and safe. Because of Jesus, our souls are prepared for eternal life with God (Psalm 17:15 ).

‏ Romans 8:10

The Believer's Privileges

In this section, Paul explains the wonderful benefits that belong to true followers of Christ. He shows that believers are given both new life and a special relationship with God. These blessings are not just for the future, but start now and grow even greater in eternity. Paul also teaches us what happens to our bodies and souls, and how the Holy Spirit changes our lives. Let’s look at his teaching verse by verse.

v. 10: Paul says, If Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, but the Spirit is life because of righteousness (Romans 8:10 ^a). Our bodies are still weak and will die one day because sin has brought death into the world (Genesis 3:19 ^b). Even though we may feel strong and healthy now, our bodies are not immortal. This is a reminder that sin is the enemy of our bodies. But while our bodies are dying, our souls are made alive by God’s Spirit. The righteousness of Christ, given to us, keeps our souls alive and safe. Because of Jesus, our souls are prepared for eternal life with God (Psalm 17:15 ^c).