For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 (NIV) OneVerse Romans
6:23
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Wages How would you define the word wages? It is something that
you earn or deserve. How would you feel if your boss refused to pay
you the wages that were due to you? Deep down, we all know that it
is only right that a person gets what he deserves. We earn wages
from God for how we have lived our lives.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages It is something you earn or
deserve. OneVerse Romans 6:23
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SIN What comes to your mind when you hear the word sin? How
would a person have to live in order to get into heaven? Sin is
more of an attitude than an action It can be a hostile or apathetic
response to God. At any point in your life, has God seemed far
away? Our sin creates a distance between God and us.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages Sin Sin is more of an attitude
than an action It can be a hostile or apathetic response to God.
OneVerse Romans 6:23
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Death What thoughts comes into your mind when you think of
death? Death actually means separation. When we die, our soul is
separated from our body. If a person chooses to reject God while he
is alive, That separation will ultimately result in eternal torment
in hell. Not only will he experience separation from God today but
also forever.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages Sin Death actually means
separation. Death OneVerse Romans 6:23
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But This is the most important word in the verse because it
indicates that there is hope for all of us. What we have talked
about so far is bad news, but God has good news. What were going to
talk about now is a contrast to what we have discussed.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages Sin There is hope! Death
OneVerse Romans 6:23
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Gift What is the difference between a gift and wages? A gift is
giving out of love to someone, not because of what they do. How do
you feel toward someone who gives you an expensive gift? Some
people try to earn Gods favor by doing good deeds, living moral
lives or taking part to religious activities. But it is impossible
to earn something that has already been bought.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. A gift is giving out of love to
someone, not because of what they do. Gift Wages Sin Death OneVerse
Romans 6:23
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God God is the giver of the gift. I cant give it to you; a
church cant give it to you; No one can give you this gift but God
alone. Why do you think God would want to give you a gift? Why does
anyone want to give someone a precious gift?
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages Sin God is the giver of the
gift. Death Gift God OneVerse Romans 6:23
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Eternal life What do you think eternal life is? Eternal life
would be experiencing life forever with God. Life is community with
God. Just as separation from God starts in this life and extends
Into eternity, eternal life starts now and goes on forever. No sin
can end it.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages Sin Experiencing life with God
forever. Death Gift God Eternal Life OneVerse Romans 6:23
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Jesus Christ Jesus is the means by which we can obtain the gift
of Eternal Life. The one and only Son of God. No one can offer the
gift except the one who purchased it. He purchased it by paying for
it with his life.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages Sin The one and only Son of
God. Death Gift God Eternal Life J ESUS OneVerse Romans 6:23
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Lord The gift is offered to anyone who makes Jesus Lord. For
Jesus to be Lord, He has to have the total control of a persons
life.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages Sin Jesus is in control of
your life. Death Gift God Eternal Life Jesus L ORD OneVerse Romans
6:23
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CONFESSION and SURRENDER CONFESSING means to agree with God
that we are not perfect. There are things in our lives that are
wrong, and that we want Christ to forgive us as we turn away from
sins. To SURRENDER means to allow Christ to be the final authority
in our lives and to live in order to please Him and not ourselves.
It doesnt mean that we have to be perfect, but that we will try our
best to please Christ.
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For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal
life In Christ Jesus our Lord. Wages Sin Confess your sin to God
and Surrender you life to Him. Death Gift God Eternal Life Jesus
ConfessionSurrender L ORD OneVerse Romans 6:23
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Dear Lord, I confess that I have sinned and dont deserve to be
with You in heaven. I believe that Jesus died to pay the price of
my sins. Please forgive me, come into my heart, be the Lord of my
life and help me to live for You from now on. In Jesus name, I
pray, Amen. OneVerse Romans 6:23