1. The Hope and Joy of Transformation Romans 6:15-23

4. The Grace of Shame v. 21– Paul mentions “shame” He uses this theme to spur us on toward better things. He is saying do you really see what you were like before Jesus.

5. The Grace of Shame Our nation used to know what shame was. Our nation’s conscience had been educated by Christianity. That has now been lost to a great degree.

7. The Grace of Shame Shame is a gift of grace. Ephesians 4:17-19 The Spirit of God opens our eyes. Ephesians 4:20-24

8. The Relief of Justification 1 Timothy 1:12-17 Through Jesus we have truly been set free. Rom. 5:9; 6:23; 8:1R

9. The Relief of Justification We can go to the cross and see we have truly been set free. Romans 6:22 Embrace the relief of justification..6:15-23

10. The Glory of Transformation We are assured of the glorious process of transformation. 2 Cor. 3:18 “I’m pressing on the upward way!”6:15-23

11. The Glory of Transformation You must believe this is God’s plan for your life and commit to it. It never is complete in this life. We will learn how it takes place.