Christians should not continue in sin because they are dead to sin and empowered by grace to live righteously.
In Romans 6:1-2, Paul rhetorically questions how those who are dead to sin could possibly continue in it. This serves as a foundational truth of sovereign grace theology: true belief in Christ results in an inward transformation that repulses sin. The evidence of God's grace in a believer's life manifests not as a license to sin but as a profound desire to pursue holiness. Thus, the 'God forbid' reaction underscores that continuing in sin undermines the very grace that brings about revival and restoration. A genuine encounter with grace compels believers to reflect Christ, highlighting the distinction of living under grace rather than law, which is incompatible with a life practicing sin.
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