Marked by the Gospel

*What is evident in the life of one who is marked by the Gospel?

1. We God’s plan of through Jesus.

2. We humbly God’s as our final authority.

3. We to the of the Holy Spirit.

4. We to living out the .

5. We those and of the Church.

A personal relationship with Jesus restores MY LIFE, leads me to FREEDOM and enables me to in others.

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QUESTIONS FOR FURTHER STUDY

•Think/describe a disagreement you had with your spouse, friend, co- worker, etc. Why was there conflict? Think past the details and try and get to the root cause.

•By God’s design, we are created differently. How then, is it possible we live in harmony and unity even when we don’t see things the same way?

•Consider the five points in the message guide. What does it look like to:

•Trust in God’s plan of restoration through Jesus? •Humbly honor God’s Word as our final authority?

•Submit to the leadership of the Holy Spirit? •Commit to living out the Great Commision?

•Love those inside and outside the Church?

•How do these things impact my relationships, work ethic, finances, emotions, and character?

•What difference will it make inside the church, or in the world outside the church?

QUESTIONS FOR PERSONAL REFLECTION & APPLICATION

•Write down an area of your life that you wish was different and marked by the gospel. This could be your marriage, family, work, finances, health, emotions, character, etc.

•Ask yourself honestly and humbly if you have followed God’s leadership in that area. (Expand your thinking to other areas if needed)

•If a change is not needed, commit to trusting God’s plan and organizing your life around what He is calling you to continue doing.

•If you realize you are off track, repent (turn around) and commit to trusting God’s plan and write down tangible steps you can take towards what God is calling you to do.

If you lack direction, seek wisdom from someone you trust who may be able to guide you.