I. We are under obligation
a. Not to the flesh
b. but to the spirit
c. 5 imperatives for "putting to death the deeds of the body"
1. Recognize the presence of sin Ps 139: 23-24
2. Have a heart fixed on God Ps 57:7
3. Meditate on God's Word Ps. 119: 11
4. Fellowship with God in prayer 1Ptr 4:7
5. Practice obedience to God
II. The Holy Spirit confims our relationship to the Father
a. By its leading
b. By providing access to God Eph 1:3-5
c. By providing assurance
III. The holy Spirit ensures our inheritance
a. We are heirs of God
b. We are fellow heirs with Christ
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