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The Church = The body of Christ. The Church = The body of Christ. Colossians 1:18 – Chris is also the head of the church, which is his body. 1 Corinthians 12:27 – All of you together are Christ’s body and each of you is a part of it. The Church = The body of Christ.
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The Church = The body of Christ Colossians 1:18 – Chris is also the head of the church, which is his body. 1 Corinthians 12:27 – All of you together are Christ’s body and each of you is a part of it.
The Church = The body of Christ • The body of Christ is God’s agent for revealing the Kingdom of God. • Romans 12: 4-8 (p. 866)
The Church = The body of Christ • Romans 12: 4-8 (p. 866) • Each part has a special function.
The Church = The body of Christ • Your background, your faults, your issues, etc. don’t prevent or excuse you from doing your part.
The Church = The body of Christ Romans 12: 6-8 There are different gifts. Use your gifts ...well. ...with generosity. ...with gladness.
What is it about God that compelled you to give your life to Christ? Based on your own experience, what do you think is the most important thing people need to know about God? Write that on your card.
Working Together • 1 Corinthians 12: 12-26 (p. 877) • Each part is needed for the body to work well.
Working Together • 1 Corinthians 12: 12-26 (p. 877) • Each part is needed for the body to work well. • Don’t compare yourself to others.
Working Together • 1 Corinthians 12: 12-26 (p. 877) • Each part is needed for the body to work well. • Don’t compare yourself to others. • God made you and places you.
Working Together • 1 Corinthians 12: 12-26 (p. 877) • Each part is needed for the body to work well. • Don’t compare yourself to others. • God made you and places you. • Goal = functioning well together.
Gifts of Grace • Forgiveness • New life/ A new start • Eternal salvation/ Heaven • God loves you. • God has a plan for your life. • Freedom/ Healing • Hope • Other
The Head and The Body • Christ is the head of the Church, His body.
The Head and The Body • Christ is the head of the Church, His body. • Commit to being in relationship with His Church.
The Head and The Body • Christ is the head of the Church, His body. • Commit to being in relationship with His Church. • Commit to serving and God’s work in and through you.