Pastor Jim Nihiser

Joyful Recovery in Christ

Pastor Jim Nihiser

  • The Freedom Chronicles: Episode Nine... My Sin Revealed

The Freedom Chronicles: Episode Nine... My Sin Revealed

Monday 27th February 2023

Pastor Jim Nihiser discusses overcoming coveting and finding true freedom in Christ in this episode of 'Joyful Recovery in Christ'.
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Joyful Recovery in Christ
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Breaking Free from Coveting: Pastor Jim Nihiser on Finding True Freedom in Christ

In Christ, as scripture tells us, our sins are forgiven. As far as the east is from the west, God also promises to throw our sins in the sea of forgetfulness to remember them.
What if the very rules meant to guide us end up being twisted by our own shortcomings? In this episode of 'Joyful Recovery in Christ', Pastor Jim Nihiser dives into the paradox of God's law and our human nature. Drawing from verses 8-11 of chapter 7, Pastor Jim unpacks how sin seizes the opportunity presented by commandments, turning them into tools of coveting and craving.
Coveting, he explains, is like craving on steroids—it's what keeps many of us stuck in our hurts, habits, and hangups. The commandment to be sober in mind and body was intended for our good, but sin has a way of corrupting even the purest intentions. However, Pastor Jim offers a beacon of hope: through Christ, our sins are forgiven and forgotten, allowing us to break free from the tyranny of these twisted laws.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand how faith can transform their recovery journey, turning obstacles into stepping stones toward a life of true freedom.