New (Ephesians 2:11-22)

New
Ephesians 2:11-22
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I. Intro
Big Idea: God has made us a new people.
 
II. Remember
A. God set Israel apart. Exodus 4:24; Ephesians 2:11
B. Gentiles were excluded so all could be included.  Genesis 12:1-3; Ephesians 2:12

III. The Wall
A. There’s no separation in Christ. Romans 2:4; Ephesians 2:13
B. Jesus destroys walls. Ephesians 2:14

IV. Setting Aside
A. God put to death our divisiveness. Matthew 5:17; Mark 12:30-31; Ephesians 2:15-16
B. Peace comes only through Christ. Ephesians 2:17-18

V. A Holy Temple
A. Our unity must be Word-centered. 2 Corinthians 4:5-6; Ephesians 2:19-20
B. Our worship together witnesses. Ephesians 2:21-22

The Next Step

• What’s something you expect to happen when go to church on Sundays?
• What are some things churches divide over?
• Under what circumstances is it appropriate, or good, to leave a church?
• Why is it impossible to be Christians apart from the body of Christ?
• How can our focus on Christ in worship set us apart in our world that’s  so divided?
  
• Is there anyone, or a group of people, you’ve slighted or rejected in fellowship?
• ​How can you repent or be reconciled to them?
• Please pray for the unity of First Baptist Church Elma that Christ may be known and glorified through us.

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