Summit Church
Sunday, October 17, 2021
The Church Defined Pt. 2
Hebrews 2:14–15 ESV 14 Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, 15 and deliver all those who through fear of death were subject to lifelong slavery.Romans 8:15 ESV 15 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”Romans 8:15 TPT 15 And you did not receive the “spirit of religious duty,” leading you back into the fear of never being good enough. But you have received the “Spirit of full acceptance,” enfolding you into the family of God. And you will never feel orphaned, for as he rises up within us, our spirits join him in saying the words of tender affection, “Beloved Father!”1 John 4:18 ESV 18 There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.Isaiah 41:10 ESV 10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.Hebrews 2:10–18 TPT 10 For now he towers above all creation, for all things exist through him and for him. And that God made him, pioneer of our salvation, perfect through his sufferings, for this is how he brings many sons and daughters to share in his glory. 11 Jesus, the Holy One, makes us holy. And as sons and daughters, we now belong to his same Father, so he is not ashamed or embarrassed to introduce us as his brothers and sisters! 12 For he has said, “I will reveal who you really are to my brothers and sisters, and I will glorify you with praises in the midst of the congregation.” 13 And, “My confidence rests in God!” And again he says, “Here I am, one with the children Yahweh has given me.” 14 Since all his “children” have flesh and blood, so Jesus became human to fully identify with us. He did this, so that he could experience death and annihilate the effects of the intimidating accuser who holds against us the power of death. 15 By embracing death Jesus sets free those who live their entire lives in bondage to the tormenting dread of death. 16 For it is clear that he didn’t do this for the angels, but for all the sons and daughters of Abraham. 17 This is why he had to be a Man and take hold of our humanity in every way. He made us his brothers and sisters and became our merciful and faithful King-Priest before God; as the One who removed our sins to make us one with him. 18 He suffered and endured every test and temptation, so that he can help us every time we pass through the ordeals of life.John 8:36 ESV 36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.What stood out to you in this message?What did Jesus do about the devil?What kind of spirit have we received? What does that mean to you?Why is there no need to fear?What do we do if we are afraid?- ⛪️The ChurchNot a buildingNot a place centered around morality, ethics, or Christian principles.The church is not a social club gathered around conservative values.Any social club can do that.The church is the body of Christ.
Ephesians 1:22–23 ESV 22 And he put all things under his feet and gave him as head over all things to the church, 23 which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all.2 Timothy 3:5 ESV 5 having the appearance of godliness, but denying its power. Avoid such people.John 6:29 ESV 29 Jesus answered them, “This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent.”Colossians 1:15–18 ESV 15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. 16 For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. 17 And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent.Ephesians 2:18–22 AMP 18 For it is through Him that we both [whether far off or near] now have an introduction (access) by one [Holy] Spirit to the Father [so that we are able to approach Him]. 19 Therefore you are no longer outsiders (exiles, migrants, and aliens, excluded from the rights of citizens), but you now share citizenship with the saints (God’s own people, consecrated and set apart for Himself); and you belong to God’s [own] household. 20 You are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets with Christ Jesus Himself the chief Cornerstone. 21 In Him the whole structure is joined (bound, welded) together harmoniously, and it continues to rise (grow, increase) into a holy temple in the Lord [a sanctuary dedicated, consecrated, and sacred to the presence of the Lord]. 22 In Him [and in fellowship with one another] you yourselves also are being built up [into this structure] with the rest, to form a fixed abode (dwelling place) of God in (by, through) the Spirit.We are carriers/containers of the presence of God.2 Corinthians 3:1–6 ESV 1 Are we beginning to commend ourselves again? Or do we need, as some do, letters of recommendation to you, or from you? 2 You yourselves are our letter of recommendation, written on our hearts, to be known and read by all. 3 And you show that you are a letter from Christ delivered by us, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts. 4 Such is the confidence that we have through Christ toward God. 5 Not that we are sufficient in ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God, 6 who has made us sufficient to be ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit. For the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.We are to be ministers of the new covenant.Jesus seemed not nice harsh difficult things showing them they're dead heartGentiles dogsTurned tables overPluck out eyesAngry at your brotherWhitewashed tombsSummit Church is not a building. We are a family of believers who focus on Gods' love for us and allow His love to transform us from the inside out.We preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ which is the good news of God’s unmerited favor.We want to show people how good God is.Lives are being transformed as we point people to Jesus. It’s really that simple.Our mission: Teaching Radical Grace So You Can Win In LifeWhat stood out to you in this message?What is the Church?What did Jesus say was the work of God? Why is that important?What are we to believe?What should the Church be doing?What does it mean to be carriers of the presence of God? Ephesians 1:22–23ESV
2 Timothy 3:5ESV
John 6:29ESV
Colossians 1:15–18ESV
Ephesians 2:18–22ESV
2 Corinthians 3:1–6ESV
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