Romans 8:1

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

What great fact is mentioned in Romans 8:1?
No condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.
What does condemnation mean?
A sentence for punishment, here, the eternal punishment in hell.
Why does it start with "Therefore"?
Because this verse sums up what goes before - in Romans Chapter 7.
What was that about?
About the conflict between good and bad in our mind.
Why should there be a condemnation for us?
Because "I am a slave to the law of sin." meaning, I sin, disobey God.
What is meant with the word "now" in this verse?
Whenever we have become one with Christ, the condemnation is removed.

Who receive the freedom from condemnation?
Those who are "in Christ Jesus"
What does it mean to be in Christ Jesus?
Being in union with Him as our head, united to Him as a branch is united to the vine.
Why is it necessary to be in Christ Jesus?
Because it is only by His merits we can satisfy God's law.
What does the connection to the Lord Jesus do for us?
It sets us free - no fear for the wrath of God, no condemnation.

Adapted from:
"The one hundred texts of the society for Irish Church Missions."
T.C. Hammond, Dublin. 1939