Living as Children of God

November 2, 2024

What happens when we let go of our mistakes and begin to discover our identity as children of God?

This heartfelt message guides us through the journey of embracing our identity as children of God while recognising and overcoming our imperfections. Through a humorous and honest sharing of personal stories, Ps Shaun invites us to continually seek God, obliterate distractions, and live in accordance with our true calling. Learn how even our mistakes point us towards a deeper connection with God and the joy He promises.

Colossians 3:1-10

"Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.

Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. Because of these, the wrath of God is coming. You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. 9 Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator."

Reflection Questions:

What personal experiences have revealed areas you need to surrender to God?

Describe a time you realised something was distracting you from God's purpose.

How can you nurture a daily practice of seeking God above worldly desires?

Further Reading:

Colossians 3:1-10

Genesis 19:12-26

Romans 6

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