BIG POINT: Our hope is in and that hope changes
John reveals four truths about this hope:
1. Our hope is secured by
2. Our hope is displayed by
3. Our hope is established by
4. Our hope is fulfilled as
NOTES:
QUESTIONS FOR FURTHER STUDY
• What’s one quirky or funny family resemblance you’ve noticed in your
family?
Read 1 John 2:28-3:10 and discuss:
• Why is our hope tied to the return of Christ?
• John says that abiding leads to confidence when Christ returns. What
does it mean for you personally to “abide” in Christ?
• Why do you think John uses the “born again” language to bring clarity
to our identity in Christ?
• In what ways do you see God’s “family resemblance” showing up in
your life since you came to Christ?
• Why does John make such a big deal about contrasting the practice
of sin with the practice of righteousness? What are some takeaways
from what he writes?
• Have you ever struggled to believe you were truly loved by God? What
helped move you past that? Why is it significant that God’s love for us
isn’t based on performance? How does that truth motivate obedience
differently than rules or legalism?
• John says we will one day be like Jesus. Why does knowing our
future identity (being like Jesus) give us motivation to live differently
now?
• How do you see the Spirit already changing you in daily life?
PERSONAL REFLECTION AND APPLICATION
• Pray: What evidence of Your spiritual DNA do I see in my life right
now? Where do I still resist looking like You?
• Ask a close friend or family member where they see “God’s family
resemblance” in your life.
• Rest in the truth that you am more loved and accepted in Christ than
you ever dared hope. Jesus is coming back for you!