There is hope for the angry–just as much hope as for every other person in Christ–and as always, it is key to renew our minds with the washing of the Word. (Ro.12.2)
By applying the crucifixion to himself, Paul illustrates the required Systemic Collapse of self-rule. For the Gospel to be a Rescue, the old "I"—the version of you that tried to save itself—has to be executed. It’s more than mental ascent. It's the transferral of ownership