Greatest Hits Week 6: Sealed In Christ
Small Group Discussion Guide
based on a sermon preached by Tim Bach 10/19/25
**Opening Prayer:**
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You with open hearts and minds, eager to learn from Your Word. Guide us through this study on salvation, help us deepen our understanding of Your love, and strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ. May Your Holy Spirit lead our discussion and bring us closer to You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
**Scripture Readings:**
1. Romans 3:23 - "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
2. Romans 6:23 - "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."
3. Romans 8:1-17 - Focus on understanding the freedom and adoption we have through Christ.
4. John 10:27-29 - Assurance of eternal security in Christ.
5. Isaiah 53:6 - The redemptive work of Christ highlighted.
**Discussion Topics and Questions:**
1. **The Nature of Sin and Salvation:**
- Discuss Romans 3:23 and 6:23. What does it mean to fall short of God's glory?
- How do we reconcile the "wages of sin" with the "gift of God"?
2. **The Role of the Holy Spirit:**
- Read Ephesians 1:13. What does it mean to be sealed by the Holy Spirit?
- How does the Holy Spirit contribute to our assurance of salvation?
3. **Faith and Works:**
- Reflect on James 2:18. What is the relationship between faith and works according to this passage?
- How can we show our faith through our actions?
4. **No Condemnation in Christ:**
- Analyze Romans 8:1-2. What does it mean to be free from condemnation?
- How does understanding this freedom affect our daily lives?
5. **Adoption as Children of God:**
- Discuss the concept of adoption in Romans 8:15-16. How does this change our identity?
- What does calling God "Abba, Father" signify about our relationship with Him?
6. **Assurance of Salvation:**
- Revisit John 10:27-29. What assurances do these verses provide about our salvation?
- How do these assurances impact your faith and evangelism efforts?
**Follow-Up Exercise:**
- As a group or individually, write a reflection or prayer expressing what it means to be a child of God and the security found in His love.
- Identify one person this week with whom you can share the message of salvation or demonstrate the love of Christ through a specific action.
**Closing Prayer:**
"Heavenly Father, thank You for revealing the depth of Your love and grace through Your Word. As we leave this discussion, help us to live in the truth of our salvation and to share it with others. Equip us with Your Spirit to walk in faith and to reflect Your love in our communities. We ask this in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen."
based on a sermon preached by Tim Bach 10/19/25
**Opening Prayer:**
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You with open hearts and minds, eager to learn from Your Word. Guide us through this study on salvation, help us deepen our understanding of Your love, and strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ. May Your Holy Spirit lead our discussion and bring us closer to You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
**Scripture Readings:**
1. Romans 3:23 - "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
2. Romans 6:23 - "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."
3. Romans 8:1-17 - Focus on understanding the freedom and adoption we have through Christ.
4. John 10:27-29 - Assurance of eternal security in Christ.
5. Isaiah 53:6 - The redemptive work of Christ highlighted.
**Discussion Topics and Questions:**
1. **The Nature of Sin and Salvation:**
- Discuss Romans 3:23 and 6:23. What does it mean to fall short of God's glory?
- How do we reconcile the "wages of sin" with the "gift of God"?
2. **The Role of the Holy Spirit:**
- Read Ephesians 1:13. What does it mean to be sealed by the Holy Spirit?
- How does the Holy Spirit contribute to our assurance of salvation?
3. **Faith and Works:**
- Reflect on James 2:18. What is the relationship between faith and works according to this passage?
- How can we show our faith through our actions?
4. **No Condemnation in Christ:**
- Analyze Romans 8:1-2. What does it mean to be free from condemnation?
- How does understanding this freedom affect our daily lives?
5. **Adoption as Children of God:**
- Discuss the concept of adoption in Romans 8:15-16. How does this change our identity?
- What does calling God "Abba, Father" signify about our relationship with Him?
6. **Assurance of Salvation:**
- Revisit John 10:27-29. What assurances do these verses provide about our salvation?
- How do these assurances impact your faith and evangelism efforts?
**Follow-Up Exercise:**
- As a group or individually, write a reflection or prayer expressing what it means to be a child of God and the security found in His love.
- Identify one person this week with whom you can share the message of salvation or demonstrate the love of Christ through a specific action.
**Closing Prayer:**
"Heavenly Father, thank You for revealing the depth of Your love and grace through Your Word. As we leave this discussion, help us to live in the truth of our salvation and to share it with others. Equip us with Your Spirit to walk in faith and to reflect Your love in our communities. We ask this in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen."
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