The Remedy: Colossians 2:9-12

These are the notes from yesterday's sermon. For the entire message, go to the church website (click on "sermons" in the menu across the top) and download the sermon. 

• What captivates you?

The world would have you captivated by things. 

The Bottom Line: - you’re either relying on philosophy, which is empty deceit, human tradition (things we come up with on our own), which all lines up with the basic principles of this world (which are going to lead us to spiritual immaturity), or you’re relying on Christ. Two sides of the coin: one or the other

• The goal every time we meet is to exalt Christ in corporate worship and, as a result of the power of His Word (as presented in Scripture), to learn to more fully rely on Him (in whom we move and live and have our being)

Why? Because in Him - in Christ - the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily - and you have been filled in Him.

His deity is complete - it is completeness - and we will only be complete when we are trusting fully in Him. 

I don’t want you to end up being dragged off, taken captive....

1. The Remedy is Christ

• The complete deity, the glorious majesty of Christ and His complete sufficiency are the foundation that we build everything on. It’s the starting point and the central focus of Christianity.

Two Keys: In Him and with Him

In Him - verse 9, 10, 11, & 15

With Him - Verses 12 & 13

• In

A position. In proximity to. A place that you come to. More a state. In the lake. In the house. Written In pencil. Bound in leather. 

• with

a participant alongside. I’m with you. We’re here together. I’m in the car with you. We’re going there together. 

• Deity

The whole fullness of deity. fullness - the emphasis is completeness - totality. All of who God is - Jesus is.

• Old Testament - Temple

In the Old Testament, the presence of God dwelled in the Temple. When Christ died - the curtain was torn in two

• New Testament - Christ

In the New Testament the presence of God is Christ in you, the hope of glory. If God manifested Himself in Christ - we should pay attention to that, right? He should hold the central focus of our attention.

• It’s all about Christ’s unshared supremacy.

Only one can hold the top spot.

• “The whole glorious total of what God is, the supreme Nature in its infinite entirety” is in Christ

verse 10 - and you have been filled in him

• Completeness

We are complete in Christ. We are justified - we have been declared “not guilty” The word for “filled” in this verse is the same verb as “fullness” in verse 9.

If you’re not satisfied in Christ alone

1. You desire something better than & more excellent than God

2. You are ungrateful because you’re seeking something you already have

The results of our being filled are eternal. 

The Fall makes us incomplete because: 

• Spiritually - we are out of fellowship with God totally

• Morally - we live outside of Gods will

• Mentally - we don’t know the truth (the divine truth)

At salvation we are made complete because:

• Spiritually - we now have fellowship with God

We have been reconciled - Christ died 1 Peter 3:18 – to bring us to God

• Morally - we recognize the authority of God’s will

1 John 5 - love God... obey His commandments

• Mentally - we know the truth about ultimate reality

1 Corinthians 1:18 - the power of God.

The idea that a believer lacks anything is crazy talk. (2 Peter 1:3)

• If you’re a believer - you have all you need 

You have Christ. You don’t need anything else.

• Is your life truly focused on Christ?

How do you do that practically?

Well - how do you do that with another person? (Texting, notes, learn about them, ID Bracelets, etc.) The point is this - you know how to focus on Christ, you probably just haven’t thought it through.

2. How it Works:

The healings that Jesus did made people completely healthy

So then, the spiritual work He does in us makes us completely saved, not just mostly saved.

The more I study the Bible, the more convinced I become that I had nothing to do with my own salvation. 

• It’s not a wide bridge that goes most of the way across

There are those who think about salvation like a wide bridge. What Jesus did gets you most of the way across. That’s what the false teachers at Colosse were teaching. 

• It’s a narrow bridge that goes all the way across

Jesus didn’t die to come and make it possible for us to get there.

• Jesus accomplished the redemption of His children.

Jesus came and did all of the work for His children. His work on the cross was complete and total. And He did accomplish something on the cross  - He accomplished the redemption and sanctification of His children. (remember, He said “it is finished” (meaning: accomplished)

He died on the cross that He might bring us to God.

• Matthew 7:13-14

So how does it work? What did Jesus do?

• Spiritual, not Physical

Verse 11 – In him also you were circumcised with a circumcision made without hands, by putting off the body of the flesh, by the circumcision of Christ, 

It appears that the false teachers, like the Judiaizers, taught that circumcision was necessary for salvation. But Paul pointed out that that was never the case.
Jew, not outwardly.... It was a matter of the heart, and it’s always been about the heart.

Romans 2:25, Deuteronomy 10:16, Jeremiah 4:4 & 9:26

• Circumcision was never meant to save - it was always about the necessity of the cleansing of the heart.

Circumcise here is a metaphor for the transition from the old life to the new.

• It’s the “putting off” of the “sinful nature” 

Greek for putting off - double compound - stripping off and casting away

The idea is getting rid of a piece of filthy clothing.

The idea here is a radical change. 

You were a slave to sin. But now - you have been made a slave to righteousness.

This is the circumcision of Christ: Romans 6:2-11 – 

Here’s where it becomes “with Him” (verse 12)

• Buried

• Raised

• Baptism is the declaration of the putting away of the old nature.

Our life with Christ demonstrates that our sin nature has been stripped off. 

• If you’re saved, you have literally been brought back from the dead.

That power energizes you and maintains life within you. 

Reflection Questions 

• Are you truly focused on the Remedy?

Do you really understand that there is a contrast to Christ and everything everyone else would offer you? The wide path is easy to be on. It’s right there. Where so many people are. But that bridge doesn’t go all the way across. It won’t get you there. 

• How’s your Spiritual Growth Plan coming?

Do you have a plan in place to better understand all of this? Need help? Ask me - I’ll be happy to walk you through it.

• How are you focusing on Christ in practical ways?

Like you did when you were dating?

• Do you have a passion to see others know Him?

Evangelism is not an option. It’s not part of the “advanced course”

The more you think about Christ, the more you’ll do this.

• Do you really understand that sin is not the default?

If you’re a believer, your body of flesh has been removed. You no longer have to sin. 

You have been given everything you need to live a godly life and grow spiritually in Christ.

• How Does your life point to Christ?

The day in day out details of your life should demonstrate that you are walking with Christ.

Evaluating this past week:

So how has your week been? Spiritually that is? These are the reflection questions from last week's sermon. They're here to help you evaluate your week and how you have grown in the knowledge of His will, spiritual wisdom, and discernment.


• Did you focus on Christ? 
   It’s so easy to get distracted throughout the week.
   Life happens. There are many things to do.
   There’s often an interruption.
   What did you do to ensure that you focused on Christ throughout the week?
   Do you have a plan in place? (scroll down a couple of posts)
   Do you need to make any adjustments to the plan?

• Do you understand that the [practical] source of our knowledge and 
   wisdom is Scripture? 
   Are you pleased with the Scripture Input in your life this past week?

• How are you reaching out with the message of Christ?
   Are you thinking toward Dinner & A Movie and who you might invite?
   Are you prepared to share the gospel clearly, using Scripture?
   Are you praying for the salvation of others?

• Do you come into our corporate gatherings each Lord’s Day with a 
   heart prepared to worship and adore Christ?
   What did you do to spiritually prepare for Sunday morning's Worship Service?

• How are you serving Christ?
   How are you serving the church and others?

Scripture Memorization

The Five components of Scripture Input are:
   • Hearing God's Word
   • Reading God's Word
   • Studying God's Word
   • Memorizing God's Word
   • Meditating on God's Word

I just want to focus on the fourth one right now - Memorizing God's Word.
Watch this video of John Piper giving eight reasons to memorize Scripture:

If you need a plan to memorize Scripture, go to our church website and check out the fighter verse in the lower right corner. Start with that. Check back in a few days and I'll have a list of Scriptures I think every believer should have memorized.

Soli Deo Gloria!
Rob
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P.S. - Speaking of Scripture Memory and John Piper, I've watched this video several times and it has moved me every time. I can't explain or describe it, so just watch it:

I Love It When a Plan Comes Together!

You NEED a spiritual growth plan!

When you set off on an adventure, you spend at least some time looking at maps and planning things out. When it comes to our spiritual lives, however, we don’t always do as much planning as we could. So get out a piece of paper and a pencil (or open a new file on your computer) and get started: 

When you write it down, a couple of things happen:

1. You have to think through the details and be specific as you write it out.

2. You don’t forget your goals and you can follow your progress.

Remember that your goal is Sanctification (spiritual growth). Christ and the Gospel must always be the central focus of everything. (Matthew 6:33)

So to help you out, here are some suggested areas that you might want to think about as you put together your spiritual growth plan (SGP). 

Christ-Focused Life

--> What specific things can you do to stay focused on Christ throughout the day?

What music should you listen to?

What should you be reading?

Have you thought about putting little cards here and there. 

Maybe set a reminder on your phone.

Have you contemplated your sinfulness recently?

--> Have you thought about the cross today?

Have you thanked God for all He has given you recently? (James 1:17)

Scripture Saturation

Charles Spurgeon said “when you cut me, I want to bleed Bibleen” - meaning that he wanted to be so saturated in Scripture, he would bleed Bible if he was cut. That’s a lot of Bible. That’s a worthy goal. What are you doing to move in that direction?

There are several things that you should be doing in the area of Bible

1. Hear the Bible (Are you in church consistently? Ready to listen? Taking notes?) 

2. Read the Bible (what is your Bible reading plan?)

3. Study the Bible (reading is great, but studying is where it comes alive)

4. Memorizing the Bible (not the whole Bible. Start with this week’s fighter verse)

5. Meditating on the Bible (memorization leads to meditation)

--> If you’re free Wednesday night, June 6, at 6:00 p.m. - we’re learning how to study the Bible and more! We'll also be looking at many things that will help you with your spiritual growth this Summer at FOF!

Prayer

God speaks to us through the pages of Scripture. Prayer is talking to Him. 

Do you have a prayer list? One acronym that is helpful in approaching a prayer time is “ACTS”

A - Adoration - praising God for who He is and what He has done

C - Confession - confessing any sin in your life. 

T - Thanksgiving - thanking Him for His many blessings in your life

S - Supplication - praying for needs. Your own, and others.

Sometimes it’s hard to stay focused when you pray. If your mind wanders and you get distracted, click here for a helpful article about praying. 

Also, extended times of prayer, while not always possible on a daily basis, are so wonderful when you get a chance. 
Click here for a prayer hour guide. 

A couple more prayer articles:
• Kill Prayer Distractions

• Pray for your Prayer Life

• Pray the Scriptures

Evangelism

You need to understand the gospel better. We all do. I include myself in this category. What are you doing to understand the gospel better? How are you growing in your understanding of what Christ has done for you? In your need for Him? In trusting in what He has done for you on the cross? Are you living what C.J. Mahaney calls “a cross-centered life?”

Can you share the Gospel in one minute? (check out the first blog here for some thoughts about that). Are you growing in your understanding of the gospel?

What will you do this week to move forward in your understanding of the gospel? What will you do this week to equip yourself to be able to share it more effectively?

--> Who are you intentionally building a relationship with? Neighbor, co-worker, classmate...

Here’s a helpful article: http://salternlite.wordpress.com/2012/05/09/tim-kellers-top-10-evangelism-tips/

Worship

Worship is a discipline. Not only in daily life, intentionally living a life of worship, but also corporate worship. What do you do to prepare your heart for your church’s corporate worship services? Do you get enough sleep on Saturday nights so that you are awake, alert, and can fully engage in the services? Do you come prepared (Bible, notebook, etc.)? Do you remove distractions (cell phone, people that might distract you, etc.) so that you can focus on God during the service?

--> What else can you do to be more engaged in corporate worship?

Engaged & Serving

How are you serving the church? 

How are you gifted to serve the church?

Do you know what your spiritual gifts are? (We’ll be covering that at FOF on a Wednesday night this Summer)

Are you truly engaged in the body?
What can you do to be more engaged in the body? How can you be better connected to the body? 

--> Who should you invite to your home for dinner in the next few weeks?

A Special Question For Dads

--> How are you leading your family spiritually? What are you doing to foster and encourage their spiritual growth?

About Reading Books:

Al Mohler (president of Southern Seminary) says that reading is the way that God has chosen to make His people grow (watch this video when you have a few minutes). The summary is this: you should be reading. Obviously reading the Bible is always the priority and nothing should ever replace it as the central focus of your reading. There are many books that you could spend time reading. Always choose books that will encourage you to grow in knowledge and wisdom. Many books are not helpful to your spiritual life. 

The list below is not a comprehensive or exhaustive list, but these are books that have been helpful to me and that come highly recommended from other trustworthy pastors. The goal is to grow in your love of God, His word, and sound doctrine.

The books listed below are books that are based on truths found in Scripture and will help you in your search to be rooted in sound doctrine. Remember - what  you read is important. It is also important what you choose not to read. I’ve listed them in a basic “order of importance.” The first few books will serve as a great foundation for a lifetime of reading and spiritual growth. 

A Gospel Primer by Milton Vincent 

Living the Cross Centered Life by C.J. Mahaney

Stop Dating the Church by Josh Harris

Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney (click here for kindle)

Some other books that will be helpful in your SGP:

The Gospel According to Jesus by John MacArthur (click here for kindle)

Knowing God by J.I. Packer (click here for Kindle)

The Gospel and Personal Evangelism by Mark Dever (click here for kindle)

(Check out “Resources” in a few weeks on the church website for a more comprehensive list of books)

I pray that you would be more effective and productive for the kingdom of God as a result of your Spiritual Growth Plan. 

Soli Deo Gloria!

Rob

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Paul's Ministry - what it means for us

Reflecting on Paul’s Ministry

Colossians 1:24-29 – Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church, ²⁵ of which I became a minister according to the stewardship from God that was given to me for you, to make the word of God fully known, ²⁶ the mystery hidden for ages and generations but now revealed to his saints. ²⁷ To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. ²⁸ Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ. ²⁹ For this I toil, struggling with all his energy that he powerfully works within me. 

Some questions to help you process the application of this passage:

Reminder: Paul’s Calling is from God

Do you understand that you’re saved because God pursued you? You didn’t find Him. He found you.

You weren’t looking for Him. You might have grown up in the church, but if you’re saved, it’s because He came after you, not because you went looking for Him.

1. Suffering - verse 24

Joy – Is your life characterized by joy? Not that all the circumstances are lollipops and kittens and rainbows. But are you genuinely joyful because you know that God sovereign and everything that’s happening in your life is for your good and His glory?

Suffering - Are you suffering in some way? You should be. There should be some sort of negativity coming at you because of Christ. If you’re truly living the way you are supposed to then, someone will be rubbed the wrong way.

2. Stewardship  - verse 25

Are you properly focused?

Do you have the clear focus of purpose that Christ and Paul had? Are you working toward it?

Do you know what you should be focused on, or are these things just something that you consider on Sunday morning and have moved on by the time lunch is over=? 

Christianity is 24/7/365 - not just Sunday morning, 

Just because you’re not doing anything on the “really bad stuff” list during the week doesn’t mean your’e living for Him. You must be actively striving for His righteousness consistently (all the time). Matthew 6:33 says to seek first the righteousness of Christ.

3. Mystery  - verses 26-27

Is the gospel a mystery to you? It has been revealed to His saints

Do you understand the Gospel? Are you growing in your understanding of it?

Are you growing in your ability to explain it?

Are you tired of hearing about it? Maybe you need to understand it better. Call me. I’d love to sit down with you and spend some time explaining it more fully

4. Proclamation - verse 28

Do you understand that proclaiming the Gospel isn’t optional?

Do you realize that if you’re not sharing it you’re being disobedient to the one who was born to die so that you might have life? Are you sharing it?

The passage says the goal of proclaiming Christ is to present everyone mature in Christ.

Are you growing in Sanctification? (1 Peter 1:13-16)

A netter way to ask: HOW are you growing in Sanctification

There is no neutral in your spiritual life. There’s forward and reverse. That’s it.

What are you doing toward your spiritual growth?

   Who are you surrounding yourself with? People, books, magazines, TV shows ...

   Your iPod is your friend - what does it say to you?

   Who are you listening to? (again, not just people)

Jesus said you’re either for me or against me. There is no in between

And yes - that includes the people you spend time with.

You might be stuck at work, but you’re not at work 24/7/365

Who are you choosing to spend your choose-able time with?

Fellowship from House to House is an example of a fantastic way to do this. Are you taking advantage of opportunities to spend time with other believers? Are you being intentional about it?

5. Power - verse 29 

Are you making maximum effort? (2 Peter 1:5-11, make every effort...)

Are you relying on Him and His Spirit to energize you, or are you just wandering through your day spiritually? There is certainly value to spontaneity, but it’s not meant to be the norm. The norm is being disciplined. 

Striving hard, day after day, realizing that it’s all from Him. Every single breath.

What are you doing to grow in

• the knowledge of his will

• spiritual wisdom and understanding

• walking a worthy walk

• bearing spiritual fruit

• doing good works

• increasing in the knowledge of God

• spiritual strength

• knowing the Gospel?

My prayer is that as you make every effort toward knowing Christ, you would learn to rely on Him more fully. That He would become preeminent in your life.

Soli Deo Gloria!

Rob

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Who's Hungry?

Church is not an event you attend. 

It's a body that you are a part of

It's a community where everyone plays a vital role.

We are “Fellowship Baptist Church” I’ve talked about the word “Fellowship” a little, but with this Sunday’s “Fellowship from House to House” coming up, I wanted to write about a few things related to it.

The basic idea behind fellowship is “connectedness” and “commonality.” We need to be connected to each other. We have a common savior. We are all part of the body and He is the head. Obviously we must come together and know each other more. As we approach the third Sunday of the month, I’d like to share some thoughts about the whole idea of community and having meals together.

People don’t entertain in their homes nearly as much as they did in the past. Coffee shops and restaurants have become a sort of “commercialized hospitality.” One social commentator has called Starbucks a “third place - a neutral gathering spot that’s neither home or work.” The Food Network and many cookbooks have convinced us that any time we have someone over, it has to be a “fancy dinner party.” In some ways, our culture has turned hospitality into a performance. While a fancy party has it’s place, a simple gathering is even better. The simple creation of fellowship and community around a meal is something we must maintain in the life of our church family.  

Here’s what happens when we gather in someone’s home for a meal: We slow down a little bit. We become people-oriented instead of task-oriented. Our overcrowded, information-seeking, entertainment-soaked culture with its technology & information addiction is set aside as we simply meet face-to-face over a meal and enjoy each other’s company. It truly is a joy when you set aside all the must-haves and must-dos that so often demand our time and attention and focus on simply being with brothers and sisters in Christ. (in case it’s not obvious, you should turn your phone off. ;--)

If you read through the Gospel of Luke, many of the stories take place in the context of a meal. One writer says “In Luke’s Gospel Jesus is either going to a meal, at a meal, or coming from a meal.” I wholeheartedly agree with what Tim Chester writes in his book A Meal with Jesus. He says, “meals should be an integral and significant part of our shared life... Meals aren’t just food. They’re social occasions. They represent friendship, community, and welcome.” Sitting around the table makes community real in a way that you won’t experience if you only see them across the sanctuary on Sunday morning.

There’s certainly much more to talk about here, but instead of going on and on about it, let’s all just commit to doing it. Begin thinking now about who you might invite into your home this Sunday. You could invite them for lunch, dinner, or even dessert and coffee. The point is to enjoy fellowship with your brothers and sisters in Christ in someone’s home. Now obviously, we can’t all have someone over. At least half of us have to be the guest, but please don’t wait around to be the invitee (but of course be gracious and accept if someone invites you). The point is to be proactive about fellowship and community. That’s the starting point. 

The next question that comes up, after you’ve got your plans made, is “so what am I going to talk about with these people?” You may know them well, or you might have just met them. While there are many things you could talk about, at some point, it would be beneficial (for everyone involved) if the conversation were to include some spiritual dimension. The Puritans had a practice called “Conference” where they would gather regularly to discuss biblical truths. The “vibe,” or environment they sought to create was one that was based on their fellowship with Christ and with one another and they knew that the true Christian life required community. 

Joanne Jung, in her book titled “Godly Conversation” writes, “The human soul was created for, thrives on, and is nurtured by face-to-face interaction and communication. It is in a Christian’s DNA to interface with others for spiritual sustenance, for his identity in Christ, and for the development of his own faith. Christian fellowship is a means of spiritual growth. Spiritual autonomy is not an option.” She goes on to say that gathering and discussing biblical truths is an integral part of developing community, and growing closer to God and one another.

Here’s are some possible things to talk about:

   • The last sermon you heard – what deeply touched you?

   • Something in the last book you read.

   • A passage of Scripture that has particular meaning to you.

   • Something you have recently seen God do around you.

   • Things you need prayer for.

   • The Gospel – what is it? How are you growing in your understanding of it?

Now don’t feel like you have to have a lengthy, deep, theological discussion, but for true Christian fellowship to occur, there should be some spiritual dimension to the conversation at some point along the way. (Oh - this doesn’t mean that you have to leave the board games behind either. They’re fun and beneficial as well.)

While we are not seeking to be the Puritans, there were three things about them that stand out: Their relentless pursuit of God, their unparalleled love for His Word, and a passionate commitment to community. I believe that “house 2 house” can be a definite catalyst for these things in the life of Fellowship Baptist Church. 

Who are you going to get together with this Sunday for house 2 house?

Soli Deo Gloria!

Rob Signs

P.S. - I've got a couple of books to recommend on this topic. They're both referenced in this blog.

   • A Meal with Jesus: Discovering Grace, Community & Mission around the Table by Tim Chester
   • Godly Conversation: rediscovering the Puritan practice of conference by Joanne J. Jung

Prepare Your Heart for Worship

I still vividly remember something I saw a small church on a mission trip several years ago. As we were getting ready and setting up, the words “Prepare Your Heart for Worship” had been put up on the screen.

It really made me think about how little we do to prepare our hearts for worship on an average Sunday. Between all the stuff we have to do to get ready and get to church, then getting to church and saying “hi” to everyone and getting to Sunday School (all good things to be sure), sometimes our Sunday mornings might feel a little hectic leading in to worship.

On that note, I want to pose a question: how will you prepare your heart for worship this coming Sunday? Will you just go through your week, have a typical Saturday, then roll out of bed Sunday morning and head to church, ‘business as usual?’ Or – will you commit yourself right now to being truly prepared for the corporate worship service this Sunday?

How can you prepare? Here’s what I would suggest:
Start with God’s Word. Saturate yourself in Scripture for the rest of the week. If you can, find out what passage your pastor will be preaching (at Fellowship, we’ll be in Colossians 1:15-20) and read not only that passage, but the surrounding passages as well. Read through as much of it as you can several times between now and Sunday.

Pray. A lot. Pray for your pastor as he prepares to teach God’s Word. It’s a great privilege and responsibility to proclaim God’s Word each Sunday. While I’m really enjoying it, it’s also a little daunting when I think of the great responsibility it is to not only feed the flock, but also to rightly handle the Word of Truth (2 Tim. 2:15). It’s a responsibility I don’t take lightly. Pray also for yourself and your family. Pray that God would prepare your hearts to hear His Word taught. Pray that you would have a larger vision of Christ and His supremacy as a result of gathering with your brothers and sisters in Christ to adore Christ and hear the Gospel proclaimed.

Worship. Don’t wait for Sunday morning to be in worship. Find a Christ-exalting worship album and listen to it between now and then. (see my suggestion below)

Be mentally and physically prepared. Don’t stay up late on Saturday night. As you think toward all that you’ll have to get done on Saturday, plan your day so that you can get to bed early enough to be well rested. The corporate gathering of the body on Sunday morning is a big deal. We should look forward to it and be as prepared for it as possible.

Bring your Bible & Take Notes. This would seem obvious, but having your own Bible with you is so helpful. You need to see the passage that’s being taught in your own Bible and take notes so that when you look at the passage again, you’ll remember what you’ve learned. You want to be changed by the power of God’s Word and looking again at the passage and your notes will help you as you seek after the righteousness of Christ and aim to walk worthy of the gospel.

As I think toward this Sunday, here are a few things that I would encourage you to do to prepare your own heart for worship this coming Sunday. These have been helpful to me and I’m praying that they are helpful to you as well.

1. Pray through Colossians 1:9-14 for yourself and the members of our congregation.

2. Look at these passages: John 6:68-69 and John 12:21. In the John 12 passage, the section is titled “Some Greeks Seek Jesus.” Our thoughts when preparing for worship should always be “I want to see Jesus!” We also must have the mindset of Peter in John 6 knowing that there is literally nowhere else to turn than to Christ. We must intentionally focus on the sufficiency of Christ and the Word for all that we need for life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3).

3. Download and listen to “Show us Christ” from the Album “The Gathering: Live from WorshipGod11” by Sovereign Grace Music. It’s on iTunes and totally worth the .99 cents you’ll have to pay for it. (The entire album is definitely worth getting as well and would be an excellent personal worship resource)

May you grow in grace and knowledge of Him as you seek Christ and His righteousness this week!

Soli Deo Gloria!
Rob
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