Praise the God Who Redeems and Reunites

Discussion Questions:Scripture MemoryOur church-wide scripture memory this year will be selected passages from Ephesians. This is a great opportunity to dive deep into the goodness God has for us from Paul’s letter. Sermon OverviewThe main idea of this week’s sermon was to praise God for the finished redemption of His people and the future reunion of all things. Digging Deeper    1.    According to vs 7, what do we have in Christ?[1] 2.    How did we get it?[2] 3.    The Bible describes a way to look at what you’ve done wrong and deal with it by being forgiven through Jesus’ blood. Without Christ, how does the world address wrongs that have been done? 4.    Why is Jesus’ forgiveness through his blood better than any solution the world provides? 5.    How can you grow in enjoying the forgiveness you have in Christ? 6.    According to vs 10, God will restore all things to their intended perfection. Why is this exciting for someone who has been forgiven? Why is it terrifying for anyone who isn’t forgiven?[3] 7.    Read Colossians 1:15-20 aloud. How does this parallel passage clarify or add to Ephesians 1:10? Take It Home 1.    Are there circumstances in your life that can tempt you to lose hope / be discouraged. How might a greater awareness of (and reflection on) the future that awaits us (because of what Christ has done), help you fight the good fight of faith in this area of your life? 2.    What is one thing you want to take away, remember, do, or change in light of this week’s sermon and discussion?Prayer Requests [1] Ephesians: Your Place in God’s Plan by Richard Coekin, pg. 10.[2] Ephesians: Your Place in God’s Plan by Richard Coekin, pg. 10.[3] Ephesians: Your Place in God’s Plan by Richard Coekin, pg. 11._____________________________Music and Lyrics Used by Permission CCLI# 1595532