Made Alive in Christ- WEEK 4: Walking in Victory
Key Scripture:
“The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you… He will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you.”
—Romans 8:11 (NLT)
Keyword Study
Spirit (πνεῦμα / pneuma):
The Holy Spirit; breath of God; life-giving, empowering force.
Lives (οἰκέω / oikeō):
To dwell permanently, not temporarily reside.
Give life (ζωοποιέω / zōopoieō):
To quicken, vivify, energize—impart spiritual vitality and divine strength.
Main Teaching Points
1. The Spirit Lives In You—This Changes Everything
Scripture: Romans 8:9–11, 1 Corinthians 3:16
You are not walking this life alone. The same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you. He doesn’t visit—He lives there. Victory isn’t about willpower; it’s about Spirit power.
You’re not just saved—you’re empowered.
God didn’t give you rules—He gave you Himself.
The resurrection wasn’t just an event—it’s an ongoing reality inside of you.
2. Victory Is a Result of Spirit-Led Living
Scripture: Galatians 5:16–18, Romans 8:13–14
Victory comes from walking by the Spirit—not just resisting the flesh. It’s not about saying “no” harder—it’s about saying “yes” to God more fully. The more you walk in step with the Spirit, the less the flesh can dominate.
Victory isn’t about trying harder. It’s about walking closer.
3. You Are No Longer Condemned—Walk Like It
Scripture: Romans 8:1–2, Hebrews 10:22
Shame is a liar. If you are in Christ, you are not condemned. Period. Walking in victory means rejecting the voice of accusation and choosing the truth of your justification.
Condemnation paralyzes. Grace mobilizes.
God isn’t mad at you—He’s madly in love with you.
Condemnation is a thief. Don’t let it steal your joy.
4. Victory Is a Lifestyle, Not Just a Moment
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57–58, Ephesians 6:10–13
Walking in victory doesn’t mean you never fall. It means you rise every time. It’s not a one-time win—it’s a daily rhythm of surrender, strength, and spiritual armor. You may be in a battle, but victory is your position in Christ.
You don’t fight for victory—you fight from it.
5. Abiding in Christ Secures the Victory
Scripture: John 15:4–5, 2 Corinthians 2:14
Victory flows from connection. As you abide in Jesus, He produces the fruit of victory through you. It’s not about striving—it’s about staying close. He always leads us in triumph, even in trials.
If you want to walk in victory, stay rooted in Christ.
The enemy can’t steal what you’ve surrendered to Jesus.
Victory isn’t just your reward—it’s your inheritance.
Reflect & Respond
Are you living like someone the Spirit of God lives in—or like someone trying to manage life alone?
What lies of condemnation do you need to replace with truth?
What would change if you truly lived from victory instead of fighting for it?
Victory in Christ
Declaration:
“I am more than a conqueror through Christ. The Spirit of the living God dwells in me and gives me victory over fear, sin, and death. I am not condemned—I am empowered. I wear the armor of God, I abide in Jesus, and I walk in daily triumph because He lives in me.”
Week 4: Victory in Christ- Bible Reading Plan
Focus: You are victorious through the Spirit and abiding in Christ.
Day 1: Romans 8:1–17
Day 2: 1 Corinthians 15:50–58
Day 3: John 15:1–11
Day 4: 2 Corinthians 2:14
Day 5: Ephesians 6:10–18
Day 6 (Optional): Revelation 12:10–11
