Growing In Christ
Scripture
Ephesians 1:15-23
[15] For this reason, because I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, [16] I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, [17] that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, [18] having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, [19] and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might [20] that he worked in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, [21] far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. [22] And he put all things under his feet and gave him as head over all things to the church, [23] which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all.
The Big Picture
Jesus’ body, the Church, is made up of people who have experienced God for themselves. We cannot adopt the faith of others, rather we must grow in our personal relationship with Christ in order to truly flourish.
Reflection
1. How have you experienced (‘tasted’) God’s goodness firsthand?
2. What are some of the ways that you grow in your relationship with Jesus?
3. What are some ways you can help others grow in their relationship with Christ?
4. How do you respond to the question “What is the Church?”
Songs
Don’t Ever Stop
Shout Hosanna
Crown Him
Agnus Dei
Resources