In Gods Presence

  Dead to Sin and Alive to God: Understanding Romans 6:11 Romans 6:11 states, "Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord." This verse is a profound declaration of the believer’s identity in Christ. It emphasizes the transformation that occurs when we accept Jesus as our Savior—leaving behind the bondage of sin and stepping into a new life in Him. But what does this truly mean, and how can we apply it to our daily lives? 1. Reckoning Ourselves Dead to Sin The word "reckon" in this verse means to consider, count, or regard as true. Paul instructs believers to see themselves as completely separated from sin. This does not mean that we will never struggle with temptation, but sin no longer has dominion over us (Romans 6:14). Through Christ’s death, the power of sin was broken, and we are called to live in that victory. When we understand this truth, we stop seeing sin as an inevitable part of our live...