Great Nasty Words of the New Testament, Living in the Flesh

Romans

Triad of Bad Influences

• Introduction of the triad: the world, the flesh, and the devil
• The sparse references to Satan and Paul’s infrequent invocation of Satan

Concept of the World

• Explanation of "kosmos" (world) in New Testament usage
• Discussion on the world as the sphere of darkness contrasted with the light of Christ

Concept of the Flesh (Sarx)

• Introduction to the term "sarx" and its different meanings
• Detailed explanation of "sarx" as a term with multiple meanings
• Various uses and meanings of "sarx" in different contexts (physical substance, human body, collective human beings, etc.)
• The distinction between human and divine nature, and human weakness

Theological Implications of the Flesh

• Dualism in human nature, physical vs. spiritual aspects
• Conflict between the spirit and the flesh; the idea of the flesh being weak and prone to sin

Paul’s Teachings on the Flesh

• Paul's distinction between life in the flesh and life in the spirit
• The tension between living according to the flesh and according to the spirit, and the implications for Christian life

Human Standards vs. God's Standards

• Discussion on human standards of behavior and achievements vs. God's standards
• Contrast between attempts at justification by works of the law and by faith in Christ

Conclusion

• Summary of Paul's views on human nature, sin, and justification
• Summary of the lecture series, emphasizing the need to examine words in their contexts
• Theological and practical takeaways for Christians

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