Romans 6:18

"But thanks be to God that, whereas you were bondservants of sin, you became obedient from the heart to that form of teaching to which you were delivered."

Key Reflection

Romans 6:18 emphasizes a profound transformation in the life of believers. Paul thanks God for the change from being slaves to sin to becoming obedient through the teachings they received. This verse highlights that, despite their past bondage to sin, Christians now respond with genuine and heartfelt obedience due to the revelation and instruction they have embraced, marking a significant shift in their spiritual state.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 18. Being then made free from sin. That is, as a master. You are not under its dominion; you are no longer its slaves. They were made free, as a servant is who is set at liberty, and who is, therefore, no longer under obligation to obey. Ye became the servants, etc. You became voluntarily under the dominion of righteousness; you yielded yourselves to it; and are therefore bound to be holy. Comp. See Barnes "Joh 8:32". {a} "free from sin" Joh 8:32 __________________________________________________________________

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