There are two things that work together to encourage, comfort, and help a believer in Jesus. Do you know what they are? Paul helps us to see how we get to work together with the Holy Spirit in providing that encouragement.
Akigawa Baptist Church
Sermons on Books of the Bible (Page 18)
Why do we recommend things to others? One big reason is because of our confidence in what we recommend. In the same way, we share the Gospel because our experience with Jesus has been wonderful for us, and we are confident that it will be for those with whom we share it.
Jesus does an amazing work in us. It’s a work that starts with salvation that abundantly flows in us, and continues with grace that flows abundantly through us! How do we respond to this incredible work of Jesus?
One of the characteristics of being a mom is sharing. Sharing your time, your energy, your love, even your meal with your family. We see through Lydia how this grace of sharing is one of the many graces that God gives to us.
Even in times when we’re physically separated from one another, how can we strengthen our bond as brothers and sisters, focus on following after Jesus together, and help one another to maintain our joy?
Before we finish our last section in 1 Corinthians 6, we’re going to take some time to look at the story of a typical young Jewish couple who lived in Bible times, and see how they remind us of a glorious aspect of the Gospel, the good news of Jesus.
Recognizing that our future kingdom has a deep connection to our present kingdom, how does our reign with Jesus in the coming Kingdom help in resolving conflicts in the church family?
Knowing what we know about the Coming Kingdom, how does that affect my daily walk today with my brothers and sisters in Jesus? How does it help me to respond in the right way when someone takes something that rightfully belongs to me?
How much does the coming Kingdom of Jesus have to do with how we interact with our brothers and sisters today? We’re going to find out through this series in 1 Corinthians 6, that it has everything to do with it. But first, how exactly will Jesus’ kingdom affect us when it comes?
For a Christian, is his relationship with other believers different than his relationships with his family or friends who aren’t believers? If it is, how and why is it different?
