A New Perspective: Growing in Christ
Seeing Life from God's Perspective - Colossians 3:5-11 Sermon Recap
Dear Church Family,
Summary: This week's sermon explored Colossians 3:5-11, emphasizing the importance of changing our perspective to align with God's view. We highlighted that to grow in our sanctification and become more like Jesus, we need to see sin, others, and Christ from God's perspective. This shift in viewpoint is crucial for our spiritual growth and living out our salvation in our daily lives.
Takeaways:
- See Sin from God's Perspective: We must recognize sin as part of our old self, understand it as idolatry, and remember that it receives God's wrath. This understanding should motivate us to "put to death" our sinful nature and actively fight against sin in our lives.
- See Others from God's Perspective: We are called to view and treat others as God sees them - as His image-bearers and, for believers, as fellow members of Christ's body. This perspective should eliminate prejudice, contempt, and objectification in our relationships.
- See Christ from God's Perspective: Jesus should be the center of our lives. Our primary goal should be to know Him more deeply and to be transformed into His image. This focus on Christ is essential for our ongoing sanctification.
As we go through this week, let's challenge ourselves to adopt God's perspective in these areas. How might our daily interactions, decisions, and attitudes change if we consistently viewed life through God's eyes?
May God bless you and continue to transform you into the image of Christ.
In His service,
The Elders of NLBC
Dear Church Family,
Summary: This week's sermon explored Colossians 3:5-11, emphasizing the importance of changing our perspective to align with God's view. We highlighted that to grow in our sanctification and become more like Jesus, we need to see sin, others, and Christ from God's perspective. This shift in viewpoint is crucial for our spiritual growth and living out our salvation in our daily lives.
Takeaways:
- See Sin from God's Perspective: We must recognize sin as part of our old self, understand it as idolatry, and remember that it receives God's wrath. This understanding should motivate us to "put to death" our sinful nature and actively fight against sin in our lives.
- See Others from God's Perspective: We are called to view and treat others as God sees them - as His image-bearers and, for believers, as fellow members of Christ's body. This perspective should eliminate prejudice, contempt, and objectification in our relationships.
- See Christ from God's Perspective: Jesus should be the center of our lives. Our primary goal should be to know Him more deeply and to be transformed into His image. This focus on Christ is essential for our ongoing sanctification.
As we go through this week, let's challenge ourselves to adopt God's perspective in these areas. How might our daily interactions, decisions, and attitudes change if we consistently viewed life through God's eyes?
May God bless you and continue to transform you into the image of Christ.
In His service,
The Elders of NLBC
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