April 16, 2023

Ephesians 1:15-23

1. Read Ephesians 1:15-19
2. What is the difference between Christ being the object of one’s faith and Christ being the sphere of one’s faith?
3. Read John 13:34, 35. What were the five ways, mentioned in the sermon, that followers of Christ can express love for each other?  Of those five which one is the easiest for you to practice and why?  Of those five which one is the hardest for you to practice and why?
4. What are some other ways, according to the Scriptures, in which followers of Christ can express love for each other?
5. Ponder, but do not share you answer to this question (we don’t want to gossip or slander): Who in the body of Christ do you need to pray for that you have refused to pray for because of bitterness towards them?
6. Who in the MBC church family are you thankful for because of their faithfulness to Christ and their love for the people of Christ? Think of someone behind the scenes who exalts Christ with their life.
7. God, is the origin and defining example of glory but what is God’s glory and how has He graciously made it known to us? What is one particular activity that helps you think on the glory of God?
8. How does the world use the term “hope” and what are some things that people of this world put their “hope” in? Read Hebrews 11:1. What is genuine, biblical hope? 
9. What is the content of the Christian’s hope? (absolute certainty or resolute conviction)
10. Who is God’s glorious inheritance? What comes to your mind when you hear that you, if you are a follower of Christ, are God’s prized possession?
11. What, specifically, has helped you to dwell on and live in light of the tremendous value God has placed on you?
12. When and where do you need to be reminded of God’s awesome power at work in your life?