Romans 8:11-12

Summary

The sermon emphasizes that the church's purpose in the world is to be a witness against it, not to convert or change it. Using Romans 8:11-12, the preacher explains that believers are dead to the flesh and alive to the Spirit, highlighting the internal conflict between the flesh and the spirit. The fruit of the Spirit versus the works of the flesh are presented as a test to determine whom one serves. The message calls for believers to put on Christ and not make provision for the flesh, living by the Spirit's power and love.