The happy state of those who believe in Christ, and walk under the influence of his Spirit, Rom 8:1, Rom 8:2. The design of God in sending his Son into the world was to redeem men from sin, Rom 8:3, Rom 8:4. The miserable state of the carnally minded, Rom 8:6-8. How Christ lives and works in his followers; their blessedness here, and their happiness hereafter, Rom 8:9-17. Sufferings are the common lot of all men; and from which Gentiles and Jews have the hope of being finally delivered, Rom 8:18-23. The use and importance of hope, Rom 8:24, Rom 8:25. The Spirit makes intercession for the followers of Christ, Rom 8:26, Rom 8:27. All things work together for good to them that love God, and who act according to his gracious purpose in calling them, Rom 8:28. The means used to bring men to eternal glory, Rom 8:29, Rom 8:30. The great blessedness, confidence, and security of all genuine Christians, whom, while they hold fast faith and a good conscience, nothing can separate from the love of God, Rom 8:31-39.