Saturday teachings / Bible study
Bible Study: The Word, the Cross, and the Life of Dominion Introduction From the very beginning, man was created by the Word of God and sustained by the Word of God. The purpose of God for mankind has always been that man would live in His image and likeness—walking in righteousness, holiness, dominion, and fellowship with Him. But through sin, man fell from that original position. The gospel is God’s plan to restore man back to His original purpose through Jesus Christ. This study explores: The weakness of the flesh The power of the spirit The purpose of the Word of God The sacrifice of Jesus Christ The restoration of dominion through the gospel 1. The Flesh Is Weak, but the Spirit Must Rule Matthew 26:41 “Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Jesus Himself spoke these words. Man is made up of both flesh and spirit. The spirit desires to obey God, but the flesh resists the will of God. Many believers use this scr...