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Part 4 –
Identify with the Costs as Well as the Benefits
This episode applies the death, burial and resurrection of Christ to sanctification, specifically how we gain the victory over sin. Romans 6:7 states that our old self was crucified with Christ, in order that the body of sin might be done away with, so that we would no longer be slaves to sin. Victory over sin begins with identification with the historical fact that our old self was crucified with Christ, and the result is that we are no longer slaves to sin. The key variable linking this historical fact with liberation from sin is the degree we identify with Christ’s death, burial and resurrection. The goal, that “the body of sin might be done away with,” largely depends on our active application of the death of Christ to our own sin. And the application of the resurrection, as we learn in later episodes, is that we rise to the newness of life. So before we naturally identify with the resurrection of Christ, we should also readily identify with Christ’s death, which energizes us to mortify the flesh.

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  • 00:00:31 – Introduction to Kingdom Questions
  • 00:01:18 – Focusing on Sin
  • 00:02:55 – The Nature of Identification
  • 00:03:36 – The Process of Sanctification
  • 00:05:15 – Victory Through the Spirit
  • 00:07:02 – The Ongoing Battle with Sin
  • 00:08:54 – Applying the Resurrection
  • 00:10:30 – Choosing Righteousness
  • 00:11:40 – Active Participation in Faith
  • 00:12:37 – Closing Prayer and Reflection
Part 4 –
Identify with the Costs as Well as the Benefits

Podcast (inhisimage): Play in new window | Download | Embed

  • 00:00:31 – Introduction to Kingdom Questions
  • 00:01:18 – Focusing on Sin
  • 00:02:55 – The Nature of Identification
  • 00:03:36 – The Process of Sanctification
  • 00:05:15 – Victory Through the Spirit
  • 00:07:02 – The Ongoing Battle with Sin
  • 00:08:54 – Applying the Resurrection
  • 00:10:30 – Choosing Righteousness
  • 00:11:40 – Active Participation in Faith
  • 00:12:37 – Closing Prayer and Reflection
This episode applies the death, burial and resurrection of Christ to sanctification, specifically how we gain the victory over sin. Romans 6:7 states that our old self was crucified with Christ, in order that the body of sin might be done away with, so that we would no longer be slaves to sin. Victory over sin begins with identification with the historical fact that our old self was crucified with Christ, and the result is that we are no longer slaves to sin. The key variable linking this historical fact with liberation from sin is the degree we identify with Christ’s death, burial and resurrection. The goal, that “the body of sin might be done away with,” largely depends on our active application of the death of Christ to our own sin. And the application of the resurrection, as we learn in later episodes, is that we rise to the newness of life. So before we naturally identify with the resurrection of Christ, we should also readily identify with Christ’s death, which energizes us to mortify the flesh.

Episode Scripture References -

Romans 6:6-7, Romans 6:11, Ezekiel 36:27, Romans 8:6, Ephesians 4:22, 1 Corinthians 15:31

More About This Episode -

Victor cites Romans 6 as the foundational scripture for the discussion, emphasizing that believers must actively apply the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ to their lives. He points out that although the promise of deliverance from sin is available, it is not automatic. Many believers do not demonstrate significant change in their lives even after coming to faith, which he attributes to a lack of dedication to spiritual growth through discipleship, studying the Word, and prayer.

Victor explains that the liberation from sin is conditional upon actively identifying with Christ. He reflects on his own misconceptions about spiritual growth, mentioning that he once believed transformation would occur naturally after conversion. However, he realizes that believers must abide in Christ and cannot rely solely on past experiences for their spiritual growth.


He continues by discussing the importance of setting one’s mind on the Spirit versus the flesh. Paul’s words about the mindset, living in death or life, illustrate that believers have choices that affect their spiritual outcomes. Victor elaborates on how the old self is continually corrupted while the new identity in Christ is alive, reiterating that personal effort is needed to reject the old ways.


In articulating the historical aspect of crucifixion with Christ, he emphasizes the significance of considering oneself dead to sin and alive to God. He highlights that this cognitive approach requires active engagement rather than passive involvement with spiritual matters, paralleling it to the struggle to deny the flesh daily.

Key Terms From This Episode -

Main Theme: Applying the resurrection of Christ in everyday life, especially in relation to Easter celebrations

    Key Points:

  • Deliverance from sin is available but not automatic
  • Many believers lack significant change due to insufficient dedication to spiritual growth
  • Liberation from sin is conditional on identifying with Christ
  • Importance of setting one’s mind on the Spirit versus the flesh
  • Active engagement required to deny the flesh daily

    • Episode Scripture References -

    Romans 6:6-7, Romans 6:11, Ezekiel 36:27, Romans 8:6, Ephesians 4:22, 1 Corinthians 15:31

    More About This Episode -

    Victor cites Romans 6 as the foundational scripture for the discussion, emphasizing that believers must actively apply the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ to their lives. He points out that although the promise of deliverance from sin is available, it is not automatic. Many believers do not demonstrate significant change in their lives even after coming to faith, which he attributes to a lack of dedication to spiritual growth through discipleship, studying the Word, and prayer.

    Victor explains that the liberation from sin is conditional upon actively identifying with Christ. He reflects on his own misconceptions about spiritual growth, mentioning that he once believed transformation would occur naturally after conversion. However, he realizes that believers must abide in Christ and cannot rely solely on past experiences for their spiritual growth.


    He continues by discussing the importance of setting one’s mind on the Spirit versus the flesh. Paul’s words about the mindset, living in death or life, illustrate that believers have choices that affect their spiritual outcomes. Victor elaborates on how the old self is continually corrupted while the new identity in Christ is alive, reiterating that personal effort is needed to reject the old ways.


    In articulating the historical aspect of crucifixion with Christ, he emphasizes the significance of considering oneself dead to sin and alive to God. He highlights that this cognitive approach requires active engagement rather than passive involvement with spiritual matters, paralleling it to the struggle to deny the flesh daily.

    Key Terms From This Episode -

    Main Theme: Applying the resurrection of Christ in everyday life, especially in relation to Easter celebrations

      Key Points:

  • Deliverance from sin is available but not automatic
  • Many believers lack significant change due to insufficient dedication to spiritual growth
  • Liberation from sin is conditional on identifying with Christ
  • Importance of setting one’s mind on the Spirit versus the flesh
  • Active engagement required to deny the flesh daily
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