Faith in the new creation
2 Cor. 1-2, 14-17
- This week, we will consider how those who place faith in Jesus are to live now in the light of God's future promises. Take time to consider through the following verses how God sees his children now as they will be. After each verse, discuss what you think the Bible means.
-You are a new creation in 2 Corinthians 5:17.
-You have been crucified with Christ in Galatians 2:20a.
-You are light in Ephesians 5:8a.
-You have been set free from sin in Romans 6:22a. - How should we live in light of these declarations? Discuss each of the ways God's declarations should change our present-day living:
-You are a new creation, so live for Christ and not for yourself (2 Corinthians 5:15, 17).
Christ lives in you, so live by faith in Him (Galatians 2:20a, b).
-You are light, so live as light (Ephesians 5:8–10).
-You are free from sin, so do not let sin be your master (Romans 6:20–23). - What is the most important lesson you would like to apply to your life this week?
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