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No Accusation or Condemnation
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"No Accusation or Condemnation"
Scripture: Romans 8:33–34
33 Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. 34 Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us.
Explanation: Paul presents a courtroom scene where charges are being brought against believers. But no accusation can stand, because God Himself has justified us. Jesus, our Savior, died, rose again, and now intercedes for us. This picture shows that both the Judge (God) and the Advocate (Christ) are on our side. Neither accusation nor condemnation has a place in the life of someone who is united with Christ through the Holy Spirit.
Application: You may feel accused or condemned by your past, your failures, or the enemy’s lies. But God’s verdict over your life is clear: “You are justified (put right before God)!” Christ pleads your case continually before the Father. You don’t need to live under guilt, shame, or condemnation. You can walk in freedom and in life, knowing that no one can overturn God’s declaration of righteousness over you.
Discussion Questions: 1. What lies or accusations are you tempted to believe about yourself? 2. How does Jesus’ intercession strengthen your faith today? 3. In what ways can you remind yourself daily that you are justified?
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