Live as God’s Child: Action Steps
*Read through the entire book of 1 John in one sitting noting verses that refer to truth
*Write down thoughts that the Spirit brings to mind and uses to pierce your heart
*Meditate on the Scripture truths that teach God’s truth about your identity in Jesus Christ (see list and/or document linked below)
John 1:12–I am God’s child.
John 15:5–I am Christ’s friend.
Romans 5:1–I have been justified (made right w/ God).
1 Corinthians 6:17–I am united with the Lord (one spirit).
1 Corinthians 12:27–I am a member of Christ’s Body (church).
Ephesians 1:1–I am a saint (set apart for God and his purpose).
Ephesians 2:18–I have access to God.
Colossians 1:14–I have been redeemed and forgiven.
Colossians 2:10–I am complete in Christ.
1 John 3:1–I am loved by God.
(For additional verses, click My Identity in Christ to download the document.)
*Identify one sin-habit, confess it as sin to God, receive God’s forgiveness, and purpose to cooperate with God’s work in you to purify you
*Design an “application project” to obey one command that the Spirit impresses upon you
*Ask the Spirit to empower you to obediently apply the truth in your everyday life
*Share your insights and/or application with an accountability partner, email to the pastor, on “pastor’s blog”, or on our Facebook page
*Prepare a word of testimony about God’s activity in and through your obedience
Sunday’s Sermon Slides: Connecting w/ God: Live as God’s Child–1 John 2:28-3:3
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