condemnationκατάκριμα
katakrima · Greek Noun
In a legal or judicial sense, this refers to a formal declaration of guilt followed by the sentence of punishment. Biblically, it signifies the state of separation from God due to transgression that believers are liberated from through faith in Christ.
in Christ Jesusἐν Χριστῷ Ἰησοῦ
en Christō Iēsou · Greek Prepositional Phrase
A technical theological phrase describing the believer's vital, spiritual, and permanent union with Jesus Christ. It implies that the believer shares in Christ’s status, righteousness, and eternal life.
lawνόμος
nomos · Greek Noun
In this context, 'law' (nomos) refers to an authoritative principle, force, or governing influence. It represents the internal or external system that dictates human behavior and its subsequent consequences.
Spiritπνεῦμα
pneuma · Greek Noun
Referring to the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, who gives spiritual life, empowers holiness, and indwells the believer, transforming them from the inside out.
set freeἐλευθερόω
eleutheroō · Greek Verb
The state of being liberated from slavery, guilt, or the mastery of a power. In Christ, this is a transition from the dominion of sin to the realm of grace and life.
sinἁμαρτία
hamartia · Greek Noun
An overarching term for moral rebellion against God's will. It is both an act of transgression and an indwelling principle or power that alienates humanity from its Creator.
fleshσάρξ
sarx · Greek Noun
A theological term often referring to the fallen, rebellious human nature. It denotes the sphere of human life that is opposed to God, self-centered, and incapable of pleasing Him.
Sonυἱός
huios · Greek Noun
A term referring to the unique, eternal, and divine nature of Jesus Christ as the Son of God. It highlights his role as the pre-existent Second Person of the Trinity who became human to accomplish salvation.
righteous requirementδικαίωμα
dikaiōma · Greek Noun
The objective, just, and holy demands of God’s moral standard as expressed in His Word. Fulfilling it involves living in a manner that aligns with God’s holiness, which is achieved through the power of the Spirit.
walkπεριπατέω
peripateō · Greek Verb
A metaphor for the ongoing pattern of life, conduct, or daily behavior. It signifies the trajectory and orientation of a person's existence.
set their minds onφρονέω
phroneō · Greek Verb
The act of focusing one’s intellectual, emotional, and volitional energy on a specific object. It suggests a consistent, deliberate alignment of one's worldview and desires.
fleshσάρξ
sarx · Greek Noun
Refers to the entire human being in a state of fallenness, dominated by sinful desires and rebellion against God, rather than merely the physical body. It represents the unregenerate nature that is alienated from God.
set the mind onφρόνημα
phronēma · Greek Noun
The active process of directing one's thoughts, desires, and focus toward a specific object or principle. It involves the orientation of the whole person toward a particular pursuit or reality.
deathθάνατος
thanatos · Greek Noun
The state of total separation from God resulting from sin, encompassing both spiritual alienation in the present and eternal judgment. It is the ultimate consequence of turning away from the Creator.
Spiritπνεῦμα
pneuma · Greek Noun
Refers to the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, who indwells the believer, regenerates the heart, and empowers the Christian life. He is the agent of sanctification and the guarantee of the believer’s future resurrection.
peaceεἰρήνη
eirēnē · Greek Noun
The state of reconciliation and harmony with God, and the internal tranquility that results from being rightly related to Him. It is a fundamental benefit of the gospel and a characteristic of God’s kingdom.
hostileἔχθρα
echthra · Greek Noun
Open opposition or enmity; a state of being an enemy. In a biblical context, it describes the rebellious posture of the unregenerate heart against the sovereign rule and character of God.
lawνόμος
nomos · Greek Noun
The instruction of God, reflecting His holy character and will for humanity. While often associated with the Mosaic Law, it represents the standard of righteousness that God demands, which the flesh is inherently incapable of satisfying.
pleaseἀρέσκω
areskō · Greek Verb
To do what is well-pleasing or acceptable to God. This term denotes the posture of one whose life and actions align with God's will and are validated by His favor.
dwellsοἰκέω
oikeō · Greek Verb
To live in, inhabit, or reside within someone. In the New Testament, it specifically refers to the Holy Spirit's permanent presence within the believer as a seal and power source.
sinἁμαρτία
hamartia · Greek Noun
The state of being subject to the power of sin, which brings physical corruption and ultimate death to the mortal frame as a consequence of the Fall.
righteousnessδικαιοσύνη
dikaiosynē · Greek Noun
A state of being declared righteous before God. It is a legal standing given by God to the believer based on the work of Jesus Christ, rather than human merit or performance.
SpiritΠνεῦμα
Pneuma · Greek Noun
The third person of the Trinity, who indwells, guides, and empowers believers. In the New Testament, the Spirit is the agent of regeneration and sanctification.
dwellsοἰκέω
oikeō · Greek Verb
To reside or live within a person; in the New Testament, it refers to the permanent indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit within the believer.
ChristΧριστός
Christos · Greek Noun
Anointed One; the title given to Jesus, signifying Him as the promised Messiah and King of Israel who fulfills the covenant promises of God.
mortalθνητός
thnētos · Greek Adjective
Subject to death; referring to the physical, temporal nature of the human body before its eventual transformation and glorification.
