I Believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord.
Key Takeaways:
1. The incarnation means that Jesus is fully God and fully man.
2. God came to rescue us, have a relationship with us, and renew all things.
3. The incarnation shows God's love and desire to be known by us.
Discussion Questions:
1. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why?
2. The pastor mentioned that "what you believe about God shapes everything in your entire life." How have you seen this play out in your own life or in the lives of others?
3. Discuss the significance of Jesus being both fully God and fully man. Why is this crucial for our salvation?
4. How does the concept of God coming down to us (rather than us climbing up to Him) differ from other religions? What does this reveal about God's character?
5. The sermon highlighted three aspects of the incarnation: rescue, relationship, and renewal. Which of these resonates most with you right now and why?
6. Reflect on the quote: "To be fully known and truly loved is a lot like being loved by God." How does this impact your understanding of God's love for you?
7. How might the truth of the incarnation change the way we treat others, especially those different from us?
8. The pastor shared the story of Jesus weeping at Lazarus' tomb. What does this reveal about Jesus' humanity and divinity?
Practical Applications:
1. This week, spend time meditating on John 1:1-14. Journal about what it means that "the Word became flesh and dwelt among us."
2. Identify one area of your life where you need to experience God's presence more fully. Share with the group and pray for each other in these areas.
3. Practice showing incarnational love to someone this week - be physically present for someone who is hurting or in need.
4. Memorize Colossians 1:15-17 as a reminder of Christ's supremacy and role in creation.
5. Reflect on how the hope of renewal (Revelation 21:3-5) impacts your perspective on current challenges or global issues.
1. The incarnation means that Jesus is fully God and fully man.
2. God came to rescue us, have a relationship with us, and renew all things.
3. The incarnation shows God's love and desire to be known by us.
Discussion Questions:
1. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why?
2. The pastor mentioned that "what you believe about God shapes everything in your entire life." How have you seen this play out in your own life or in the lives of others?
3. Discuss the significance of Jesus being both fully God and fully man. Why is this crucial for our salvation?
4. How does the concept of God coming down to us (rather than us climbing up to Him) differ from other religions? What does this reveal about God's character?
5. The sermon highlighted three aspects of the incarnation: rescue, relationship, and renewal. Which of these resonates most with you right now and why?
6. Reflect on the quote: "To be fully known and truly loved is a lot like being loved by God." How does this impact your understanding of God's love for you?
7. How might the truth of the incarnation change the way we treat others, especially those different from us?
8. The pastor shared the story of Jesus weeping at Lazarus' tomb. What does this reveal about Jesus' humanity and divinity?
Practical Applications:
1. This week, spend time meditating on John 1:1-14. Journal about what it means that "the Word became flesh and dwelt among us."
2. Identify one area of your life where you need to experience God's presence more fully. Share with the group and pray for each other in these areas.
3. Practice showing incarnational love to someone this week - be physically present for someone who is hurting or in need.
4. Memorize Colossians 1:15-17 as a reminder of Christ's supremacy and role in creation.
5. Reflect on how the hope of renewal (Revelation 21:3-5) impacts your perspective on current challenges or global issues.
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