The first foundational truth teaches us that we need Jesus to solve our sin problem. But some people think, "C'mon, I'm not perfect. But will my sin really block me from having a relationship with God?"
Talking Points:
- What is sin? We sin when we choose our own path instead of God’s. This happens when we trust or act on our own opinions or feelings instead of God’s truth as revealed in the Bible. Galatians 5:19-21
- What is God’s standard? God’s standard is not the human definition of perfect; his standard requires us to be perfect in the same way that God is perfect. God’s standard is so high because he is perfectly holy, and nothing less can enter his presence.
- What is the solution? We may enter the presence of God if we will follow Jesus Christ. Jesus’s criminal’s death on the cross was not for his sins, but for ours. Because of this sacrifice, we may enter the presence of God if we will follow Jesus Christ. John 3:16, Romans 5:8-11
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Share a time you acted on your feelings and got yourself into trouble.
- Read Galatians 5:19-21. Identify the sins listed in this passage. Choose a few and discuss how those sins bring only pain in suffering in our lives.
- What does “trusting Jesus” mean, and why is it the first idea we hear when we learn about pursuing God?
- Read John 3:16 and Romans 5:8-11. What did Jesus do about our sin problem? Why did he have to die for us?
- Are you ready to put your trust in Jesus for salvation? If not, what’s holding you back?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
