Alive from the Dead

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Part 7 –
Alive from the Dead
This episode describes sanctification as BOTH dying to sin and being alive to God in Christ Jesus. (Romans 6:11) Self-mortification without living for God is depressing and self-centered. The whole reason behind putting to death the deeds of the flesh is making ourselves more available as servants of God. This episode provides my testimony how God dramatically showed me in a dream that I was wasting my life, since I wasn’t really living FOR God. When we unite ourselves to Christ in the likeness of His death (self-mortification), the ultimate intention should be availability for the will of God. “Being alive to God in Christ Jesus” is tantamount to living for the will of God. “Living for” requires resurrection power, which God amply supplies, enabling us to walk in the newness of life.
  • 00:00:12 – Introduction to Kingdom Questions
  • 00:01:17 – Identifying with Christ”s Death
  • 00:03:50 – Struggles with Sin and Self-Denial
  • 00:06:54 – The Importance of Burial in Our Faith
  • 00:08:02 – Living for the Will of God
  • 00:09:30 – Pardoned from Sin
  • 00:11:19 – The Crisis of Christian Living
  • 00:12:40 – New Identity in Christ
  • 00:13:01 – Closing Prayer
Part 7 –
Alive from the Dead
  • 00:00:12 – Introduction to Kingdom Questions
  • 00:01:17 – Identifying with Christ”s Death
  • 00:03:50 – Struggles with Sin and Self-Denial
  • 00:06:54 – The Importance of Burial in Our Faith
  • 00:08:02 – Living for the Will of God
  • 00:09:30 – Pardoned from Sin
  • 00:11:19 – The Crisis of Christian Living
  • 00:12:40 – New Identity in Christ
  • 00:13:01 – Closing Prayer
This episode describes sanctification as BOTH dying to sin and being alive to God in Christ Jesus. (Romans 6:11) Self-mortification without living for God is depressing and self-centered. The whole reason behind putting to death the deeds of the flesh is making ourselves more available as servants of God. This episode provides my testimony how God dramatically showed me in a dream that I was wasting my life, since I wasn’t really living FOR God. When we unite ourselves to Christ in the likeness of His death (self-mortification), the ultimate intention should be availability for the will of God. “Being alive to God in Christ Jesus” is tantamount to living for the will of God. “Living for” requires resurrection power, which God amply supplies, enabling us to walk in the newness of life.

Episode Scripture References -

1 Peter 4:1-2, Colossians 3:1, Romans 6:11, Romans 6:23, Romans 6:13

More About This Episode -

Victor begins the discussion by addressing the question of how to apply the resurrection of Christ to everyday life. He references Romans 6:6, emphasizing that those who have given their lives to Christ are described as being “alive from the dead.” He encourages listeners to reflect on the immense benefits of being alive in Christ, likening their previous state to being on death row, saved by a midnight pardon.

Victor explains that to apply the resurrection, believers should identify with Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection and live in the newness of life. He emphasizes that receiving God’s gifts through Christ does not require any effort on our part; rather, it involves embracing what God has done.


The podcast discusses the ongoing struggle with sin and sanctification, highlighting the need for self-denial and the willingness to suffer for the faith. Victor outlines a “blueprint” for achieving victory over sin by returning to the fundamentals of identifying with Christ. He acknowledges that Christians face a constant battle with their sinful nature but encourages listeners to view their struggle through the lens of their identity in Christ.


Further, Victor elaborates on the necessity of understanding Christ’s burial, which represents a commitment to fully surrender one’s life to God and resist the temptations of the flesh. He quotes Romans 6 and 1 Peter 4 to reinforce that believers should not live for their own desires but for the will of God.


Victor shares that past experiences may lead believers to question their spiritual state and urges them to return to the core truths of their faith. His message resonates with the seriousness of living for God rather than simply avoiding sin. He recalls a personal dream discussing the urgency of living a committed Christian life, acknowledging that many may face moments that challenge their dedication.


Key Terms From This Episode -

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

    Key Points:

  • Comparison made between spiritual state before and after accepting Christ (from death row to receiving a pardon)
  • Importance of identifying with Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection
  • Discussion on the struggle with sin and the process of sanctification
  • Acknowledgment of the ongoing battle against sinful nature, viewed through a Christian identity
  • Importance of understanding Christ’s burial as a commitment to surrender to God
  • Episode Scripture References -

    1 Peter 4:1-2, Colossians 3:1, Romans 6:11, Romans 6:23, Romans 6:13

    More About This Episode -

    Victor begins the discussion by addressing the question of how to apply the resurrection of Christ to everyday life. He references Romans 6:6, emphasizing that those who have given their lives to Christ are described as being “alive from the dead.” He encourages listeners to reflect on the immense benefits of being alive in Christ, likening their previous state to being on death row, saved by a midnight pardon.

    Victor explains that to apply the resurrection, believers should identify with Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection and live in the newness of life. He emphasizes that receiving God’s gifts through Christ does not require any effort on our part; rather, it involves embracing what God has done.


    The podcast discusses the ongoing struggle with sin and sanctification, highlighting the need for self-denial and the willingness to suffer for the faith. Victor outlines a “blueprint” for achieving victory over sin by returning to the fundamentals of identifying with Christ. He acknowledges that Christians face a constant battle with their sinful nature but encourages listeners to view their struggle through the lens of their identity in Christ.


    Further, Victor elaborates on the necessity of understanding Christ’s burial, which represents a commitment to fully surrender one’s life to God and resist the temptations of the flesh. He quotes Romans 6 and 1 Peter 4 to reinforce that believers should not live for their own desires but for the will of God.


    Victor shares that past experiences may lead believers to question their spiritual state and urges them to return to the core truths of their faith. His message resonates with the seriousness of living for God rather than simply avoiding sin. He recalls a personal dream discussing the urgency of living a committed Christian life, acknowledging that many may face moments that challenge their dedication.


    Key Terms From This Episode -

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

      Key Points:

  • Comparison made between spiritual state before and after accepting Christ (from death row to receiving a pardon)
  • Importance of identifying with Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection
  • Discussion on the struggle with sin and the process of sanctification
  • Acknowledgment of the ongoing battle against sinful nature, viewed through a Christian identity
  • Importance of understanding Christ’s burial as a commitment to surrender to God
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