We Believe 3 Study Guide
#3 - “And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord” When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” “But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Matthew 16:13-16 Four Distinct Relationships Revealed
“Jesus” Reveals The Unique Relationship That He Has With HUMANITY
Jesus is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Joshua, which means God Saves
• The Name “Jesus” Places Jesus Amongst COMMON Men For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Hebrews 4:15 (NIV)
“The Christ” Reveals His Unique Relationship With HISTORY
Christ is translated from the Greek word “Christos” meaning “Anointed”
• Jesus Was Not An Accident Of History He Is The SUPREME Event Of Human History But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. Galatians 4:4-5
“The Son of God” Reveals His Unique Relationship To GOD The Father
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He Is CO-ETERNAL With God The Father “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning”. John1:1-2
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He Walks In God’s AUTHORITY “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man came out.” John 11:43-44
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In His PROXIMITY To God The Father “I and the father are one.” John 10:30
“Jesus Is ‘The Lamb Of God’ Who Takes Away The Sin Of The World But He Is Also ‘The Lion Of Judea’ Who Rules And Reigns In Power”
“Our Lord” Reveals His Unique Relationship To US The covenant name of Yahweh, in translated in the Greek as Kyros -The Lord
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Jesus Is A TENDER King, Not A Ruthless Tyrant “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:28
The Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended to the dead. On the third day He rose again; He ascended into heaven, He is seated at the right hand of the Father, and He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy universal church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. Life Group Questions Interested in connecting to a Life Group? Contact Pastor [email protected] •
Begin the group by praying for and with each other.
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As a group read the Apostles Creed together
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What was the one thing that stood out to you most from this weekends’ teaching on: “Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord”?
Read Matthew 16:13-16 • How would you describe the difference between knowing what people think and say about Jesus and personally knowing Jesus? •
What are some of the positive yet incorrect ideas that people have about Jesus today?
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What is it important to recognize Jesus as
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a)
“the Christ” (Savior)
b)
“God’s only Son (God)
c)
“or Lord” (King)?
Why do you think so many Christians are willing to claim Jesus as “Savior” but are unwilling to submit to Him as King? Has this ever been an issue for you? What if anything has changed your perspective?
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If sin can be understood as rebellion against King Jesus, why is the Gospel such good news?
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Knowing that your Creator & King designed things to work for your joy effect your view on sin & submission to Him?
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If God the Son was willing to step into the midst of the mess and rebellion of this world what implication does that have for us as His followers?
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Think of ways that your group can follow Jesus in this way.
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What remaining thoughts or questions do you have regarding this weekend teaching?
Sources: • Systematic Theology _ Wayne Grudem – Zondervan Publishing • I Believe –Exploring the Apostles Creed _ Alistair McGrath - IVP Books • Affirming The Apostle’s Creed _ J.I. Packer - Crossway Books • The Apostle’s Creed – Together We Believe _ Matt Chandler – LifeWay Send feedback or questions to Pastor [email protected]
“Jesus” Reveals The Unique Relationship That He Has With HUMANITY
Jesus is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Joshua, which means God Saves
• The Name “Jesus” Places Jesus Amongst COMMON Men For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Hebrews 4:15 (NIV)
“The Christ” Reveals His Unique Relationship With HISTORY
Christ is translated from the Greek word “Christos” meaning “Anointed”
• Jesus Was Not An Accident Of History He Is The SUPREME Event Of Human History But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. Galatians 4:4-5
“The Son of God” Reveals His Unique Relationship To GOD The Father
•
He Is CO-ETERNAL With God The Father “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning”. John1:1-2
•
He Walks In God’s AUTHORITY “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man came out.” John 11:43-44
•
In His PROXIMITY To God The Father “I and the father are one.” John 10:30
“Jesus Is ‘The Lamb Of God’ Who Takes Away The Sin Of The World But He Is Also ‘The Lion Of Judea’ Who Rules And Reigns In Power”
“Our Lord” Reveals His Unique Relationship To US The covenant name of Yahweh, in translated in the Greek as Kyros -The Lord
•
Jesus Is A TENDER King, Not A Ruthless Tyrant “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:28
The Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended to the dead. On the third day He rose again; He ascended into heaven, He is seated at the right hand of the Father, and He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy universal church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. Life Group Questions Interested in connecting to a Life Group? Contact Pastor [email protected] •
Begin the group by praying for and with each other.
•
As a group read the Apostles Creed together
•
What was the one thing that stood out to you most from this weekends’ teaching on: “Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord”?
Read Matthew 16:13-16 • How would you describe the difference between knowing what people think and say about Jesus and personally knowing Jesus? •
What are some of the positive yet incorrect ideas that people have about Jesus today?
•
What is it important to recognize Jesus as
•
a)
“the Christ” (Savior)
b)
“God’s only Son (God)
c)
“or Lord” (King)?
Why do you think so many Christians are willing to claim Jesus as “Savior” but are unwilling to submit to Him as King? Has this ever been an issue for you? What if anything has changed your perspective?
•
If sin can be understood as rebellion against King Jesus, why is the Gospel such good news?
•
Knowing that your Creator & King designed things to work for your joy effect your view on sin & submission to Him?
•
If God the Son was willing to step into the midst of the mess and rebellion of this world what implication does that have for us as His followers?
•
Think of ways that your group can follow Jesus in this way.
•
What remaining thoughts or questions do you have regarding this weekend teaching?
Sources: • Systematic Theology _ Wayne Grudem – Zondervan Publishing • I Believe –Exploring the Apostles Creed _ Alistair McGrath - IVP Books • Affirming The Apostle’s Creed _ J.I. Packer - Crossway Books • The Apostle’s Creed – Together We Believe _ Matt Chandler – LifeWay Send feedback or questions to Pastor [email protected]
