In verses 10-11 of Romans 8 Paul made it clear that Christ gives life to believers. This is the key thought that has too often been lost in the debate over the role of the Holy Spirit. But Paul was not teaching Holy Spirit theology. Rather, Paul is talking relationally and positionally.

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In the last lesson we noticed the Pharisees and the teachers of the Law complaining that Jesus was eating with tax collectors and sinners. Luke records another complaint about Jesus and his disciples. The complaint is that John’s disciples fast often and the disciples of the Pharisees also fast. So why aren’t Jesus’ disciples fasting?

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As we read the scripture I think it will be clear that Paul is assuring those in Christ, not confusing those in Christ. The text must offer assurance, not more questions, if Paul is going to be successful in driving home the point that there is now no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus (8:1).

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Luke is continuing to reveal Jesus to us. Who is this person and why should we follow him? In the last lesson we noticed Peter understanding that Jesus is the Holy One of God. Peter, James, and John leave their nets and follow him. This leads us into three stories that will help us more fully understand who this Jesus is.

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