Tuesday, May 30, 2023

 The theological perspective presented by Paul in Romans 6:7,8 is centered on the notion that those who believe are united with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection, leading to a significant transformation of their desires. However, despite this transformation, there are still remnants of sinful tendencies within believers that affect both their physical and spiritual aspects, as if it were a distinct entity. This raises the question of whether to submit to the new desires brought about by the Holy Spirit or the old desires of the "old man," and the concept of "mortification of sin" is a crucial aspect of the salvation process. Ultimately, this pertains to an individual's identity during the process of salvation.The process of making decisions is impacted by a range of factors, one of which is the transformative experience of being saved. This transformation involves an saints relinquishing ownership of their life to a God, resulting in a significant shift in their identity, desires, and beliefs. As a consequence, their preferences and choices are influenced by these changes, as they may no longer find pleasure in activities that conflict with their newfound beliefs. Although saints remain responsible for their decisions, their commitment to Christ means that their life is no longer exclusively their own, as they have surrendered ownership to a the Almighty. The idea that moral judgments can be reduced to a simple choice between good and evil is too simplistic. Rather, such judgments involve a deep transformation of the self that influences one's decision-making process. Although saints still maintain control over their mental faculties, their will is fundamentally renewed, and this transformation plays a critical role in their ethical decision-making. This concept can be further illuminated through metaphysical inquiry, which suggests that the will cannot be compared to a balanced scale with equal weights on either side, but instead reflects personal preferences and desires for one object over another. Ultimately, moral judgments are based on what produces the most pleasure.The manner in which I perceive an object that I am contemplating is dependent upon my comprehension of it. However, my decision to choose it is not exclusively impacted by external factors. Instead, it is determined by my personal desires and internal state. Following a transformation, I possess the ability to make decisions, which differs from my previous state. I am liberated from my own will, ethical beliefs, and legal obligations due to my adherence to the Christian faith. Consequently, my choices are driven by the pursuit of gratification.



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