8. Finally, read Romans 7:25. Where does this sorrow over sin lead Paul? Paul despairs of himself and rests in Christ alone. Godly sorrow over sin does not lead to dejection, defeat, or giving up, but leads us to focus on Christ and HIS faithfulness, sufficiency, and victory in the face of our faithlessness, weakness, and failure. His blood covers our sins, His righteousness covers our shame, and His powerful, resurrected life overcomes death for us. 9. How can Confession and Absolution help us as we struggle with our simultaneous natures of sinner and saint? When we confess our sins to our pastor, we call them what they are. We don’t shy away from them or act as if they don’t exist or matter. We realize that we need a savior. In the Absolution we are forgiven and freed. The forgiveness of Jesus reminds us of our identity in Christ is what matters!
Closing Sing together, “Jesus Sinners Doth Receive,” (LSB 609).
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Magazine Bible Studies - Spring 2019
