Introduction:
1 Peter 2:24 - He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed.
Three Reasons I Am Able to Live to Righteousness:
- Because I'm back with the Shepherd .
- Because I have new Appetites .
1 John 2:29 - If you know that he is righteous, you may be sure that everyone who practices righteousness has been born of him.
- Because I now have the Power to make right choices.
Galatians 5:16 - But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.
1 Peter 2:24 - He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin...
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Small Group Discussion
Read 1 Peter 2:24
What was your big “take-away” from Good Friday? From Resurrection Sunday?
Can a true Christian be continually defeated by sin? Explain your answer. How would you help someone who says they are a Christian but constantly feels defeated by sin?
Since we are delivered from the penalty of sin, is it right for us to ever feel guilt?
Why do you think God allows us to continue to live in sinful flesh even after being regenerated (born again)?
Breakout
Pray for one another.