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The Power of the Gospel: Transforming Lives and Bringing Good News

Discover the incredible power of the gospel in transforming lives and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. Explore how it can change the direction of our lives, transform our relationships, and bring healing to our total being. Join us in experiencing the life-changing power of the gospel.

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The Power of the Gospel: Transforming Lives and Bringing Good News

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  1. What is it like to hear really good news? • How might you react to really good news? • What is it like to be able to give someone some really good news?

  2. Everyone loves to hear good news. In today’s lesson we will see that we have the opportunity to share with people the greatest news they could ever hear—the good news of Jesus Christ and His love for humanity.

  3. Transformational Grace Acts 9:1-43 family theme: Power of the Gospel

  4. Objectives: Know: The gospel connected the worst sinners to God and transformed their lives. Think: Interact with others understanding that the gospel saves people from sin and transforms their lives. Do: Share the gospel, trusting God to change people’s lives.

  5. The Gospel Has Power to Transformthe Direction of Our Lives Acts 9:1-9

  6. The Gospel Has Power to Transformthe Direction of Our Lives Paul’s life would never be the same, as he was transformed into a lifelong missionary that passionately defended Christ and “the Way.” God chose him for this purpose.

  7. Despite his religious zeal, Saul was not right with God. Jesus appeared to him, demonstrating that he could not save himself, he needed a savior.

  8. We teach a gospel that redirects a person from sinner to follower of Christ. • Many of us have individuals we know that are like Saul, and need to be radically saved. Who comes to your mind?

  9. We teach a gospel that redirects a person from sinner to follower of Christ. • What can the church and/or believers do today to help reach men and women like those just mentioned?

  10. The Gospel Has Power to ChangeOur Reputation and Relationships Acts 9:10-31

  11. Ananias’ ministry to Paul reminds us that God established the church to make disciples and transfer the faith.

  12. The Gospel Has Power to ChangeOur Reputation and Relationships God had changed Paul into a passionate defender and proclaimer of the faith. Paul also sought fellowship with other believers. His circles of influence drastically changed when Christ became Lord of his life.

  13. People see us differently when the gospel changes us. • Have you ever witnessed a “radical transformation” occur in someone as a result of the gospel? What did you first notice and why did that stand out to you?

  14. People see us differently when the gospel changes us. • What specific things do people notice in us that would speak of the gospel transformation and its effects in us?

  15. The Gospel Has Power to Heal Our Total Being Acts 9:32-43

  16. The Gospel Has Power to Heal Our Total Being Knowing Christ brings general well being in our lives. He is able to heal spiritually, emotionally, and physically, according to His will.

  17. Jesus’ powerful ministry through Peter demonstrates that Jesus Christ is the Sovereign Lord of all.

  18. The Christ of the gospel not only saves us, but also is able to bring healing in our lives according to His will. • What kinds of healing and help have you seen come to people’s lives when they gave their lives to Christ?

  19. The Christ of the gospel not only saves us, but also is able to bring healing in our lives according to His will. • Why is physical healing not guaranteed, especially for the believer?

  20. How did Saul’s life change when He encountered Christ? • What difference has it made in your life to be a follower of Christ?

  21. HomeConnection is a simple, downloadable page that gives parents: • A weekly Bible passage to READ togetheras a family • Suggestions to help them PRAY together as a family • Suggested activities to DO to put their faith in action • Available for FREE download at D6home.com

  22. Home Connection also provides the “take away” from each age level in D6 Curriculum. This way parents know what each family member is experiencing in his or her class. • Download your • free copy of Home Connection at D6home.com

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