Made in the Image of God: the Renewed Image of God
The image of God in humanity is not lost, it’s distorted. As we engage with the Scriptures we’ll see how God is making things right again. The Holy Spirit breathes life into our relationships, our purpose, and our very identities. Through this renewal of the image of God, we're empowered to cultivate the fruit of God’s character in order to better reflect God's image in a world so in need of His love and grace.
Scripture passage(s): 2 Corinthians 3:12-18; Galatians 5:16-18, 22-25
This is week 5 of our sermon series “Made in the Image of God”
Respond together:
Paul says that followers of Jesus "are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory." Reflect on your journey of faith so far. In what areas of your life can you see evidence of this transformation in your life?
The church in Galatia (and us) are called to "walk by the Spirit." The metaphor of the natural activity of walking is applied to life in the Spirit. In what tangible ways can you foster a deeper sensitivity to the Spirit's guiding in your thoughts, postures, daydreaming, stewardship, giftings and more?
How might understanding the fruit of the Spirit as a single, interconnected fruit affect the way you approach spiritual growth? What priority that has ‘no deadline’ might God be calling to your attention right now?
Our songs together:
Holy Spirit - Bryan and Katie Torwalt
What a Beautiful Name - Hillsong
Lord I Need You - Matt Maher