Appointed (Romans 1:1-7)

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Appointed
Romans 1:1-7

I. Intro
Big Idea: We can live for God’s glory together by experiencing His grace.

II. Called
A. Paul saw himself as a slave. Romans 1:1
B. Paul represented Christ’s interests, not his own. Romans 1:1

III. The Gospel
A. Jesus is the greatest King offering the greatest gift. Romans 1:2-3
B. The gospel is something God accomplished. Psalm 49:7-9; Romans 1:4

IV. Belong
A. Christianity is a way of life that’s all about death. Romans 1:5; 1 John 4:19
B. We’ve been called to belong. Romans 1:6

V. Holy People
A. Pray for the faith to make God’s glory the goal of your life. Romans 1:7
B. Our life of faith invites others to obedient trust in Christ. Romans 1:7

The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up

• What’s one of the most memorable gifts you’ve ever received?
• What was something from Sunday’s message that was meaningful to you, or that you struggled with?
• Why is it hard for people to view themselves as slaves to Christ? Or to view Christ as Master?
• Many churches communicate that they’re “gospel-centered,” or “Christ-centered” (as we do at First Baptist Elma). What in the world does that even mean?
• Read Matthew 10:37-39. How can such teaching by Jesus be considered Good News?
• How can belonging to Christ, as members of a church, shape our lives?
• What’s a way you’d like to be more faithful in Christ?
• What’s something going on in your life that you’d like to see Christ glorified in? Pray for one another.

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