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How it Happens with Colin Cook

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  • P081_010625 Rom. 5:20 Why God Reveals The Truth About Our Self

P081_010625 Rom. 5:20 Why God Reveals The Truth About Our Self

Monday 6th January 2025

Colin Cook explores why God introduced the law in Romans 5, highlighting how it increases our awareness of sin and drives us closer to seeking grace.
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Why God Reveals Our True Selves: A Dive into Romans 5

Episode Overview

  • God's law increases awareness of sin.
  • Guilt can drive us closer to seeking God's help.
  • The law excites sin, making us realise our need for redemption.
  • Faith can help intercept addiction.
  • Recognising our flaws leads to a greater appreciation of God's grace.
The law was not meant to put a brake on sin, but to arouse it.
In this episode of 'How it Happens with Colin Cook', Colin takes a deep dive into Romans chapter 5 and unpacks some of Paul's more challenging ideas. Colin explores why God introduced the law, not to curb sin, but to increase our awareness of it. This surprising concept is central to understanding our need for grace and mercy.
Colin uses relatable examples, such as the struggle with alcohol, to illustrate how guilt and awareness of sin can actually drive us closer to seeking God's help. He highlights that the law makes us aware of our shortcomings and, paradoxically, excites sin, making us realise our desperate need for redemption. This episode is a thoughtful reflection on how recognising our flaws can lead us to a greater appreciation of God's grace.
Colin's engaging and relatable style makes complex theological ideas accessible and relevant to everyday struggles. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how faith can help intercept addiction and lead to a more fulfilling life.