New Life in Jesus
BAD NEWS: Because of our sin, we are hopelessly guilty before God.
GOOD NEWS: Because Jesus died for us, God offers forgiveness to any who trust Jesus as Savior! (Col 1:13-14)
We are raised with Jesus to newness of life!
- Jesus gives us new identity 1a, 3
Baptism portrays a gospel picture. (Colossians 2:12)
- Baptism cannot save
- Baptism cannot change
Trusting in Jesus makes me a new creation! (2 Corinthians 5:17)
- Jesus paid sin’s penalty for me
- Jesus broke sin’s power in me
- Jesus gives us new meaning 1-2
What are you pursuing with your life?
Throw out your old way of thinking:
- How I live DOES matter!
- Life is about far more than earthly success or pleasure.
- I can do nothing to earn God’s acceptance.
God charges us to pursue greater purpose!
- Jesus gives us new hope 4
Our hope is in Jesus’ glory, not ours!
- Despite our circumstances. (Romans 8:35)
- Despite our excuses. (Romans 1:20)
- Despite our failures. (Romans 8:1)
Jesus is our life! (1 John 5:12, Phil 1:21)
What are you pursuing with your life?
Baptism portrays a gospel picture.
Baptism reminds us of our gospel charge.
Trust Jesus as Savior – the only way, truth, and life, who came to seek and save the lost, and offer forgiveness of sins
Follow Jesus as Lord – who leads us into joy and hope we cannot comprehend!