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Explore the transformational journey of those who belong to Christ, as revealed in Scripture. Discover the significance of listening to God's words, having an obedient faith, denying the desires of the flesh, setting minds on spiritual things, living as slaves to righteousness, declaring the truth, and ultimately, living for the Lord. This exploration highlights the blessings and responsibilities of being Christ's followers.
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1 Corinthians 15:19-24 “If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men the most pitiable. But now Christ is risen from the dead, and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since by man came death, by Man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ all shall be made alive. But each one in his own order…”
1 Corinthians 15:19-24 “…Christ the firstfruits, afterward those who are Christ's at His coming. Then comes the end, when He delivers the kingdom to God the Father, when He puts an end to all rule and all authority and power” (NKJV).
“Those Who Are Christ’s” I. Hear God’s Words (John 8:47). A. “Making the word of God of no effect” (Mark 7:9-13).
“Those Who Are Christ’s” • LISTEN TO GOD’S WORDS IN SCRIPTURE
“Those Who Are Christ’s” II. Are Abraham’s Children (Gal. 3:29). A. “All the nations of the earth will be blessed” (Genesis 22:15-18). B. “Establish My covenant between Me and You” (Genesis 17:7). C. “Those who are of faith are sons of Abraham” (Galatians 3:7-9).
“Those Who Are Christ’s” • LISTEN TO GOD’S WORDS IN SCRIPTURE • HAVE AN OBEDIENT FAITH
“Those Who Are Christ’s” III. Have Crucified the Flesh (Gal. 5:24). A. Walking in the Spirit (Galatians 5:16-23). B. Setting the mind on the things of the Spirit (Romans 8:5).
“Those Who Are Christ’s” • LISTEN TO GOD’S WORDS IN SCRIPTURE • HAVE AN OBEDIENT FAITH • DENY THE DESIRES OF THE FLESH • SET THEIR MINDS ON SPIRITUAL THINGS
“Those Who Are Christ’s” IV. Are Free yet Slaves (1 Cor. 7:17-22). A. “Slaves of righteousness” (Romans 6:16-22).
“Those Who Are Christ’s” • LISTEN TO GOD’S WORDS IN SCRIPTURE • HAVE AN OBEDIENT FAITH • DENY THE DESIRES OF THE FLESH • SET THEIR MINDS ON SPIRITUAL THINGS • ARE FREE FROM SIN BUT SLAVES TO DO & WORK RIGHTEOUSNESS
“Those Who Are Christ’s” V. Live And Die To The Lord (Rom. 14:7, 8). A. “Crucified with Christ” (Galatians 2:20). B. “To live is Christ” (Philippians 1:21-23).
“Those Who Are Christ’s” • LISTEN TO GOD’S WORDS IN SCRIPTURE • HAVE AN OBEDIENT FAITH • DENY THE DESIRES OF THE FLESH • SET THEIR MINDS ON SPIRITUAL THINGS • ARE FREE FROM SIN BUT SLAVES TO DO & WORK RIGHTEOUSNESS • LIVE TO THE LORD
“Those Who Are Christ’s” VI. Declare The Truth (1 John 4:1-3).
“Those Who Are Christ’s” • LISTEN TO GOD’S WORDS IN SCRIPTURE • HAVE AN OBEDIENT FAITH • DENY THE DESIRES OF THE FLESH • SET THEIR MINDS ON SPIRITUAL THINGS • ARE FREE FROM SIN BUT SLAVES TO DO & WORK RIGHTEOUSNESS • LIVE TO THE LORD • MUST STAND UP FOR TRUTH
Are You Christ’s Galatians 3:26-27