Christ the Son Part 2
God raised up Jesus and sat Him at His right hand as Lord over all (Acts 2:32-38).
KEY VERSES
2 Corinthians 5:21 (NASB)
21 He made Him who knew no sin to be sin in our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.
Acts 1:9-11 (NASB)
9 And after He had said these things, He was lifted up while they were watching, and a cloud took Him up, out of their sight. 10 And as they were gazing intently into the sky while He was going, then behold, two men in white clothing stood beside them, 11 and they said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into the sky? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you have watched Him go into heaven.”
Ephesians 1:20-23 (NASB)
20 Which He brought about in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, 21 far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. 22 And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and made Him head over all things to the church, 23 which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.
2 Timothy 4:1-2 (NASB)
1 I solemnly exhort you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by His appearing and His kingdom: preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; correct, rebuke, and exhort, with great patience and instruction.
UNDERSTANDING
What are some ideas people have about what happens when they die?
What are some ideas people have about what will happen when Jesus returns?
Is judgment something Christians should think about? Why or why not?
In your own words, summarize how Pastor Jeff explained the phrase, “He descended to the dead.”
Why is it important to know that in order for us to become righteous in God’s sight that Jesus had to become sin?
Why is it vital to the gospel that Jesus fully experienced death?
Why is it vital to the gospel that Jesus was physically resurrected?
Read 1 Corinthians 15:12-23. What did Paul say regarding any version of faith that does not include the resurrection but only leads to a higher sense of morality (vv. 13-14)? What did he mean?
What did Paul mean when he said that Jesus is the firstfruits of the resurrection (v. 20)?
What was Paul’s conclusion, based on the fact that Jesus was resurrected?
What was the significance of Jesus’ ascension (Acts 1:9-11)? What does this teach about Christ’s future coming?
Why is it important for us to recognize that Jesus is above any other power or authority?
How does knowing that Jesus is the ultimate and final authority give you hope right now? How does it give you hope when you look at the state of the world?
Pastor Jeff said, “The ascension shows us how we should spend our life—looking up.” What does this mean, practically, in terms of Acts 1:9-11 and Ephesians 1:20-23?
Is it surprising to you that Paul specified judgment as a reason for preaching, teaching, and making disciples of Jesus through the gospel? Explain. Why is judgment a compelling reason to do those things?
Paul told Timothy to be ready for Christ’s judgment “in season and out of season” (v. 2). What does that mean?
How are you making yourself and others ready at all times for Jesus’ coming?
APPLICATION
Pastor Jeff made the following points of application in this week’s sermon: 1. We need not fear death. 2. The work of salvation is absolutely complete. 3. Jesus is coming again. Which of these encourage you the most today? Why?
How do the truths in this part of the Apostles’ Creed give you confidence? How should they impact how you live?
Knowing that judgment is a reality for all people, who do you know that needs to hear the gospel of our merciful King?
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