Religion & Spirituality
This fall, we are exploring what the Bible says about who we are as God's people, focusing on the images of Kingdom of God, Family of God and Body of Christ. As God's people, we are an expression of God's Kingdom. This means we are ambassadors of Christ (2 Cor. 5:20). On this Thanksgiving Sunday, we'll explore what it means to live lives of gratitude that extend the restoring invitation of Christ to the world. As Christ's Ambassadors... We Live Out the Reality that We Are Restored to God (vs. 14-17) Paul was compelled by God to live out the implications of being given a whole new life. We live our gratitude to God as we walk continually deeper into the reconciled life God has given us. Where do you need God's restoring work in your life today? We Share with Those Around Us the Message that They Can Be Restored to God (vs. 18-21) Paul declared that we are all given the ministry of sharing the message of reconciliation. In 1 Cor. 15:1-11, Paul described the basic components of this good news: ? The Gospel is centred on the Person of Jesus...His life, death and resurrection.? The Gospel addresses the root issue of our sin. ? The Gospel offers a renewed vision of life. ? The Gospel must be received. Discussion/Reflection Questions ? What does it mean to you to be called an "ambassador" of Christ's Kingdom? ? In what ways does gratitude deepen as it moves from a "thank-you list" to a life lived intentionally in response to what Christ has done and continues to do in our lives? How would you describe a lifestyle of gratitude to God? ? While we are restored relationally to God, we are challenged to live out the reality of this in our daily lives. What does this mean to you? What is an area in your life that currently needs Christ's restoring touch? ? How would you define the Good News (Gospel) of Christ? Who do you know who needs to hear the truth of this Gospel?