Sep. 22, 2024
Dealing with Identity Theft
1. A Song about Jesus (vs. 15-20)
A. The Image of the Invisible God 15
B. The Firstborn of All Creation (v. 15)
C. All Things were created by Him 16
D. He is before and Holds It All Together (v. 17)
E. He Is the Head of the Church (v. 18)
F. The Beginning, the Firstborn from the Dead (v. 18)
G. The Fullness of God (v. 19)
H. Reconciled through His Blood (v. 20)
2. Who You Were and Are (vs. 21-23)
A. You Were Alienated (v. 21)
B. He Has Reconciled You (v. 22)
C. If… (v. 23)
D. Worldwide
Reflection:
1. Have you ever been tempted to reject these truth claims about Jesus? What helps you to reset your faith?
Follow UP in the Word through the Week…
Monday:
Read: John 1:14-18
John describes what Christians call the Incarnation. Why is it so important that Jesus come in the flesh?
Tuesday:
Read: John 1:1-3
John places Jesus at creation with God. Why is it important that Jesus was at creation?
Wednesday:
Read: Ephesians 4:15-16
Have you every seen when Christ really is represented as the head of the church? What practical ways can bring this into focus in the everyday life of believers?
Thursday:
Read: John 14:19
Jesus tells His followers the result of His resurrection. How do these words give you assurance? How can you explain that to someone else?
Friday:
Read: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Many people have gone back to these words as a summary of what Christians believe. How can it function that way in your life?
Saturday:
Read: Isaiah 57:15
Explain what this verse says about the character of God. In what ways do both parts of this verse give you peace today?
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