A. GOD’S PURPOSE
EXPLANATION: According to God’s eternal & loving plan, he directs, carries out, and sustains our salvation.
IMPORTANCE: When we respond to Christ’s love by trusting in him, his purpose becomes our mission. Have you committed yourself to fulfilling God’s purpose for your life?
B. CHRIST THE CENTER
EXPLANATION: Christ is exalted as the center of the universe & the focal point of history. He is the head of the body, the church. He is Creator & sustainer of all creation.
IMPORTANCE: Because Christ is central to everything his power must be central in us. Begin by placing all your priorities under his control.
C. THE LIVING CHURCH
EXPLANATION: Paul describes the nature of the church. The church, under Christ’s control, is a living body, a family, a dwelling. God gives believers special abilities by his Holy Spirit to build the church.
IMPORTANCE: We are part of Christ’s body, and we must live in vital union with him. Our conduct must be consistent with this living relationship. Use your God-given abilities to equip believers for service. Fulfill your role in the living church.
D. THE NEW FAMILY
EXPLANATION: Because God thru Christ paid our penalty for sin and forgave us, we have been reconciled ... brought near to him. We are a new society, a new family. Being united with Christ means we are to treat one another as family members.
IMPORTANCE: We are one family in Christ, so there should be no barriers, no divisions, no basis for discrimination. We all belong to him, so we should live in harmony with one another.
E. CHRISTIAN CONDUCT
EXPLANATION: Paul encourages all Christians to wise, dynamic Christian living, for with privileges goes family responsibility. As a new community, we are to live by Christ’s new standards.
IMPORTANCE: God provides his Holy Spirit to enable us to live his way. To utilize the Spirit’s power, we must lay aside our evil desires and draw on the power of his new life. Submit your will to Christ and seek to love others.
Up next is a look at God’s Armor to ward off the fiery darts of the enemy. Until then, walk with the King and be a blessing.
In His Name and for His Glory,
Richard Keller
Bread of Life Ministries
Resource: The Life Application Study Bible
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