Embracing Grace: Living a Transformed Life in Christ
Summary
The sermon begins with the pastor emphasizing the importance of believers walking away from their sins and correcting those they love when they are in sin. The pastor highlights the need for believers to prepare themselves to be the church that Christ is coming back for, without any blemishes or wrinkles. The pastor introduces the concept of grace, stating that grace not only saves believers but also educates them on how to live. The pastor encourages believers to face their struggles and learn from them, as grace will teach them how to live, move through, and walk away from sin.
The pastor then emphasizes the importance of speaking and exhorting with authority, but also reminds the congregation to approach correction with love. The pastor criticizes the showmanship and theatrics that have become prevalent in some churches, questioning the need for elaborate lighting, synchronized dancing, and other flashy elements. The pastor encourages a return to the basics of the gospel, emphasizing the importance of genuine worship and love for God.
The pastor then emphasizes the power of overcoming negative words and circumstances from the past. The pastor encourages the listeners to embrace their true identity and walk in it, rather than striving to be someone they think they should be. The pastor emphasizes the importance of relying on God's grace and encourages the congregation to not only be educated by grace but also to encourage others through grace.
The pastor then emphasizes the importance of sharing one's changed life with others. The pastor explains that when we undergo a transformation through salvation, we should not keep it to ourselves but rather share it with those closest to us. The pastor urges the listeners not to be influenced by others who may try to make them feel bad about changing, but instead to fulfill the assignment that God has given them by sharing the love of God with others.
The pastor concludes the sermon by addressing the issue of discipline and correction in raising children. The pastor emphasizes the importance of using the "rod of Correction" to guide children on the right path, as stated in the Bible. The pastor encourages the congregation to stop making excuses for not living a godly life and to handle situations in the way that God intends, regardless of circumstances.
Key Takeaways:
- Grace not only saves believers but also educates them on how to live. It teaches believers how to face their struggles, learn from them, and walk away from sin. ([12:45])
- Genuine worship and love for God are more important than the showmanship and theatrics that have become prevalent in some churches. Believers should return to the basics of the gospel. ([24:30])
- Overcoming negative words and circumstances from the past is crucial. Believers should embrace their true identity and walk in it, relying on God's grace. ([36:15])
- When believers undergo a transformation through salvation, they should share it with those closest to them. They should not be influenced by others who may try to make them feel bad about changing. ([48:50])
- Discipline and correction in raising children are important. Believers should use the "rod of Correction" to guide children on the right path, as stated in the Bible. They should stop making excuses for not living a godly life and handle situations in the way that God intends. ([59:30])
Study Guide
Bible Reading:
1. Titus 2:11-12: "For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age,"
2. Philippians 1:6: "being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus."
3. Proverbs 22:15: "Folly is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline will drive it far away."
Observation Questions:
1. What does Titus 2:11-12 say about the role of grace in a believer's life?
2. How does Philippians 1:6 describe the ongoing work of God in a believer's life?
3. What does Proverbs 22:15 suggest about the importance of discipline in a child's life?
Interpretation Questions:
1. How does grace teach us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions according to Titus 2:11-12?
2. What does it mean that God will carry on His good work in us to completion until the day of Christ Jesus as stated in Philippians 1:6?
3. How does the "rod of discipline" drive away folly from a child's heart as suggested in Proverbs 22:15?
Application Questions:
1. How can you apply the teaching of grace from Titus 2:11-12 to say “No” to a specific ungodly or worldly passion you are struggling with this week?
2. In what specific area of your life do you need to trust that God is carrying on His good work in you to completion, as stated in Philippians 1:6?
3. How can you apply the principle of the "rod of discipline" from Proverbs 22:15 in a specific situation with your child or a child you are responsible for this week?
4. Can you think of a specific situation where you can share your transformation through salvation with someone close to you this week?
5. What is one specific way you can return to the basics of the gospel and demonstrate genuine worship and love for God in your daily life this week?
Devotional
Day 1: Embracing Grace as a Life Teacher
Grace is not just a saving force, but also a teacher that guides believers on how to live. It equips believers to face their struggles, learn from them, and walk away from sin. ([12:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd5Z9CekixQ&t=750s))
Titus 2:11-12 - "For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say 'No' to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age."
Reflection: How has God's grace taught you to face your struggles and walk away from sin? Can you identify a specific instance where grace guided you through a difficult situation?
Day 2: The Essence of Genuine Worship
Genuine worship and love for God surpass the showmanship and theatrics prevalent in some churches. Believers are encouraged to return to the basics of the gospel. ([24:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd5Z9CekixQ&t=1455s))
John 4:24 - "God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth."
Reflection: How can you cultivate a more genuine and personal worship experience? What distractions or theatrics can you eliminate to focus more on God?
Day 3: Overcoming the Past with Grace
Overcoming negative words and circumstances from the past is crucial. Embrace your true identity and walk in it, relying on God's grace. ([36:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd5Z9CekixQ&t=2160s))
2 Corinthians 5:17 - "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!"
Reflection: What negative words or circumstances from your past are you still holding onto? How can you rely on God's grace to overcome them and embrace your true identity?
Day 4: Sharing the Transformation
When you undergo a transformation through salvation, share it with those closest to you. Do not be influenced by others who may try to make you feel bad about changing. ([48:50](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd5Z9CekixQ&t=2915s))
1 Peter 3:15 - "But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have."
Reflection: Who in your life could benefit from hearing about your transformation through salvation? How can you share your story with them without fear of judgment or criticism?
Day 5: Guiding Children with Godly Discipline
Discipline and correction in raising children are important. Use the "rod of Correction" to guide children on the right path, as stated in the Bible. Stop making excuses for not living a godly life and handle situations in the way that God intends. ([59:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd5Z9CekixQ&t=3555s))
Proverbs 22:6 - "Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it."
Reflection: How can you incorporate godly discipline in your approach to raising or mentoring children? What excuses have you been making that prevent you from living a godly life, and how can you overcome them?
Quotes
1. "Grace is available to you for you to learn how to live godly lives. Grace will teach you how to walk away from that knucklehead in your life, whether it's your child or someone else." [01:47:56]
2. "While you're sitting there trying to be who it is that you think you should be, God is saying you already are that. I just need you to walk in it." [02:07:42]
3. "Keep walking, even when you feel hurt, when you feel like you've failed, or when others have done wrong to you. God is saying through Grace, keep walking because He will teach you how to live the way He needs you to live." [02:08:23]
4. "Encourage others through Grace, just like you are learning through Grace. Teach them what you get." [02:09:02]
5. "That's the reason why many don't come to the church today because we act just like the world. So why get up on a Sunday morning when I can sleep in? They're going to act just like the world." [01:55:54]
6. "Grace will teach you how to live holy, Grace will teach you how to be Godly, Grace will teach you how to deal with somebody who come slick out their mouth at you, Grace will teach you how to get past the hurt that somebody did towards you, Grace will teach you." [02:02:05]
7. "There is no situation or circumstance that Grace cannot handle. Quit coming up with excuses as to why you can't live a Godly life." [01:52:29]
8. "For some of us, we just know that he's coming back and wherever I am when he comes back, that's how he's going to get me. But I need Grace to continue to teach me so I can grow into who it is that God is coming back for." [02:05:01]
9. "The work is already finished. You've got to quit walking around looking broke, busted, and disgusted, looking defeated, like you'll never measure up. It's a done deal, but the enemy wants you to walk around like you'll never be able to quit cussing, carrying bitterness, or forgiving others." [02:06:28]
10. "That's the reason why we need to be studiers of the word of God...sometimes we sit there and go round around with it, she pulls out her scripture, I pull out my scripture, she tries to tell me I'm wrong, I tell her she's wrong." - This quote highlights the importance of studying and engaging with the Bible to gain a deeper understanding. It also showcases the ongoing dialogue and exchange of ideas that can occur during Bible study, where different interpretations are discussed and challenged. [02:11:10]
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