So far we have talked about how we need to accept Jesus’ grid and his power alone to save us. But after we’re saved, what happens next? Here are three tips to living “all in” for Jesus.
Talking Points:
- Being “All In” with Jesus means:
- You should get baptized. Baptism doesn’t save you – only trusting in Jesus can do that – but it is an important symbol that you intend to live a new kind of life. Romans 6:4, Matthew 28:20
- Live a Christ-centered life. Your good works don’t save you but God wants you to live out his plan for your life. Ephesians 2:10, Galatians 5:1
- Make disciples. If you’re a Christian, God is calling you to personally walk with someone and help them pursue God.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Tell us about a time you went “all in” for some hobby or activity. How did that change the way you lived?
- Read Matthew 28:18-20 and Romans 6:4. What is baptism, and why does God want us to do it? Why do you think people hesitate to be baptized?
- Read Matthew 28:18-20 again. What comes after baptism?
- The Bible talks about how obedience to sin leads to death. Think of a time when you willingly decided to keep sinning, and where that led you. What words would you use to describe that experience?
- Think of a time when you decided to obey Jesus. Describe what you did and how that affected you.
- Read Galatians 5:1. How is the obedience Jesus is talking about different from slavery to the Law?
- Give some examples of what a “Christ-centered” life might look like today?
- Look at Matthew 28:18-20 once more. What is Jesus’ basic command? To whom is this command given? Do you think it applies to us today? Explain.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
