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Reformed view- This is the Apostle Paul at the time of his writing this.-Paul Changes this from past to the present tense. Long and in dept.-He is using a form called the method dramatic present.--Going forward, Paul is continuing his carefully reasoned argument. He is giving more information, describing these persons life. This man is under the flesh and does what he hates.-2 deductions are reached-1 vs 16 I agree with the law about those actions-2 vs 17 Sin does these things. it dwells within me. i do not approve of it.

Chapter 27 is a very difficult chapter. Ethical debates rage among commentators over how to evaluate David's actions. While we will look into these issues, there is a larger picture which we must keep in mind. If you are in Christ, then you are seated in the heavenly places with Him. And if you are seated there, then you must fight against worldliness now, because this is not your home.

In Depth Study of Romans 7-Three main thoughts -There are many, but these are most important- -I. This is Paul's description of an unregenerate man -Man still in sin-- Most all Christian theologians for the first 300 years followed this view. Armenians believe this as well.--II. Description of regenerate man through out his life. Paul was describing himself. -Augustine of Hippo was first to believe this view. This was around 300 AD. Most reformers have believe this as well.--III. Paul was describing a new believer in a temporary state. He was not complete. This view is about 150 years old.

Would you rather scenario- Would you rather take refuge in something other than God, but be provided an immediate sense of security and safety OR would you rather take refuge in the one true living God, but have to do while standing in the face of danger and fear---David went through much present danger while writing much of the Psalm.-Do we flee to the mountains and never come back OR do we come back and be a witness for Christ to others--

Paul here is showing sin as to what it really is.-Why is sin rejected in the world---Paul shows us why sin is sinful beyond measure.-there is controversy here over who the I is.-Look at Acts 9. Paul is most likely referring to himself .

As difficulties arise in this life, it is often tough to live holy lives. Our reaction to being sinned against is typically to react in sin. And yet, we have a holy and righteous God who we will one day have to stand before and give account. For those washed in the blood of Christ, that sin is forgiven. But, since we still must give an answer for those sins, it is a motivator for us to fear the Lord and walk humbly before him.