MEETING 3: EVERY WAY

WRAP-UP

EVERY WAY LIKE CHRIST

Conforming to the image of Christ is one of our greatest challenges as believers, but as Paul and the apostles demonstrated, it’s not an impossible task.

Here are three key things to remember to help you begin to live every day like Christ:

You are rooted. To be more like Christ, you must study God’s Word, stay in communication with God through prayer and maintain healthy relationships with other Christians.

“And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow him. Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.” — Colossians 2:6–7

You are called. To be more like Christ, you must accept and embrace that you are called for a higher purpose, which requires living by a higher standard. That purpose will lead you to do God’s will, follow His commands, serve the Church, and reach the lost.

“For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from before the beginning of time—to show us his grace through Christ Jesus.” — 2 Timothy 1:9

You are growing. To be more like Christ, you must actively and intentionally live out God’s Word by following the Holy Spirit every day.

“Rather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” — 2 Peter 3:18a

As you set forth in the goal of becoming like Christ in every way, you will continue to experience the powerful truth found in our daily theme verse:

“All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.” — Ephesians 1:3

OVERTIME

Go through these questions as a Huddle:

Q: What are some things that have held you back from being more intentional about studying God’s Word and spending time in prayer?

Q: What are some things that need to change in your life (daily routine, attitudes, priorities, etc.) which will help you be more consistent in your prayer and devotional times?

Discuss and write down some practical ways that you can:

• Make a plan to grow in God’s Word.
• Draw close to God through prayer.
• Commit to Church fellowship.
• Follow the Holy Spirit in every aspect of your life.

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” — Acts 1:8