Domain of Darkness: captivity in our sins.How did we get into this domain of darkness?Romans 5:12, James 1:14-15 accomplished, it brings forth death.Even if I am living in the domain of darkness, I am free right?– Suppressing the truth. Romans 1:18– Dead in our sins. Ephesians 2:1– Hostile to God & His Law. Romans 8:7-8– No hope & without God. Ephesians 2:12– Strangers to God, Enemies of God, Engaged in Evil. Col 1:21– Suppressing the truth. Romans 1:18

He Rescues UsRedemption: paying our debt.– His Life: breaking the curse of sin. Galatians 3:13– His Death: payment for our sins. 1 Peter 1:18-19– His Resurrection: the power to live in freedom. Romans 6:4

Forgiveness of sins: freedom from condemnation & coercion. Romans 8:1-2

Transferred to Christ’s KingdomAdoption as Sons & Daughters of the KingReal & Lasting ForgivenessDevastating Blow to SinA Living HopeDeath Undone

Are You Free?Have you been rescued from your sins? Are you joyfully thanks-living for God? Colossians 1:12