Posts by Parresia Ministries

God’s covenant with Abraham was based on faith, not works. This illustrates the New Covenant, where believers, as Abraham’s spiritual descendants, are declared righteous through faith. Under the law, God’s favor was dependent on human performance. Understanding this shift in covenants reveals the nature of God’s desired relationship with us. Video Audio  

The Ten Commandments, a “ministry of death,” lead to condemnation. The “ministry of the Spirit” in the New Covenant offers freedom and the glory of Jesus. Under grace, we run to God, not away from Him, as the Spirit testifies of our righteousness. Video Audio  

Paul referred to the Old Testament law as the “letter that kills,” representing a system of legalism that focuses on earning God’s favor through works. God desires us to receive His love based on His faithfulness, not our own. The Exodus period provides examples of God’s grace and His desire for us to trust and…

The truth of “no condemnation” offers profound freedom. God assesses us based on Christ’s work, not our own actions. We are delivered from sin and darkness and brought into God’s kingdom. The cross initiated a new creation within us, and living in the Spirit progressively expresses this inner transformation. Video Audio  

Believers are joined to Jesus and have access to His grace. Living under the law leads to self-effort and fuels sinful desires. True strength comes from Christ, not our own efforts. We can do all things through Him who strengthens us. Video Audio  

Believers have died to sin, but often struggle with ongoing sin. This can be overcome by recognizing that God no longer counts our sins against us. By focusing on God’s Word and the power of the Holy Spirit, we can overcome sin and live from the inside out. Video Audio  

Romans 5:17 emphasizes that those who receive grace and righteousness will reign in life through Jesus Christ. Resting in the finished work of the cross allows for victorious living. Grace is not a license to sin but the answer to sin. Through Christ’s sacrifice, we share in His identity and access the highest realms of…

Many Christians experience fluctuating feelings of closeness to God, hindering their freedom. This can be addressed by understanding “federal headship.” Believers are no longer under Adam’s sin but in Christ’s righteousness, emphasizing that salvation is not based on personal performance but on Christ’s finished work. Video Audio  

God intended for humanity to live in glory and honor, but Adam and Eve lost this through disobedience. The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil demonstrated humanity’s choice to accept or reject God’s love and established that righteousness comes solely through Christ. Faith in Jesus restores this glory and honor. Video Audio  

True peace- the peace that sustains all other peace- comes from a peaceful conscience, knowing that despite our sins, God loves and accepts us. Jesus’s sacrifice on the cross removed our sins, allowing us to receive God’s love freely. As we understand and embrace God’s love, fear diminishes, and our love for others grows. Video…

God demonstrated His love by sending Jesus to die for us while we were still sinners. We are redeemed from the curse and free from condemnation. The Holy Spirit testifies of our righteousness and reminds us of our identity in Christ. When we fall, God desires us to focus on Jesus and experience His love.…

The Old Covenant of law exposed sin, while the New Covenant of grace offers salvation through Jesus Christ. Works-based religion, a mixture of both covenants, leads to nothing but feelings of guilt and inadequacy. Living in the fullness of the New Covenant of grace, focusing on the unconditional love of God brings joy, peace, and…