Romans 8:12-17 - The Spirit of Adoption: Heirs With the Messiah

In this study of Romans 8:12–17, Brother Gideon Levytam teaches that believers are no longer debtors to the flesh but are called to live a sanctified life through the power of the Holy Spirit (Ruach HaElohim). Gideon explains that by the Spirit, we are empowered to "mortify," or put to death, the deeds of the body. We have not received a spirit of bondage to fear, but the Spirit of adoption, allowing us to cry out to God as "Abba, Father" (Abba Avinu). Continuing in the Epistle to the Romans (אֶל־הָרוֹמִיִּים), Gideon highlights that the Spirit bears witness with our spirit that we are truly children of God. As children, we are heirs of God and joint-heirs with the Messiah (Mashiach). Gideon encourages us that although we may suffer with Him in this present world, our adoption ensures that we will also be glorified together with Him. Holy Scriptures and Israel exists to share God’s Word with the Jewish people from a Hebrew-Messianic perspective. If this teaching has been a blessing to you, we invite you to partner with us in this vital work. To learn how you can support this ministry and help us continue reaching others, please visit https://www.holyscripturesandisrael.com.