In our study of Jesus Christ in Romans 8 we’ve seen that He died for our sins. In His death He dealt with the sin problem, thus freeing us from condemnation and opening the door for us to live victorious over sin.
This truth is stated in another way in Romans 8:34: “Who is he that condemns? Christ Jesus, who died.” We who believe in Jesus don’t need to fear the Judge who condemns. He’s on our side!
In addition, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit, who lives in you.” Again, you have the trinity involved here: Jesus Christ is raised from the dead by God the Father through the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Christ was resurrected from among the dead.
God the Father sent Jesus on this mission (verse 3). Jesus Christ carried out this mission by laying down His life for His own (John 10:15). The Holy Spirit enabled Him to fulfill His mission (Hebrews 9:14). God the Father raised Jesus Christ from the dead (verse 11). Jesus Christ took His life back again (John 10:17). The Holy Spirit quickened or restored His body, only now to be immortal (verse 11).
What enabling power is ours through the triune God’s activity in our lives! What stabilizing assurance is ours for time and eternity! We have reason to praise our triune God for His active involvement as three distinct persons, working in perfect harmony, providing for our salvation. Take time to worship and praise Him today.
