Beware of itchy ears! (2 Timothy 4:3-4)
Worldview – the frame/lens through which we filter and interpret all of life’s “voices” and experiences
Syncretism – combining systems of belief
Christ alone John 14:6, Acts 4:12 (not Jesus +)

Follow Jesus unswervingly

1. Anchored in Christ 6-7

How do we move toward maturity in Christ?
We need deeper roots in Christ for nourishment and stability!
We must keep building on the foundation of Christ by faith!
We should overflow with gratitude for all that Christ has done!

2. Filled in Christ 9-10

What else do you need??
Jesus is the fullness of God.  All that God is – essence, attributes, authority – belongs to Jesus!
Every believer is filled with Jesus’ fullness – sharing in His rights and riches!

3. Alive in Christ 11-15

In Christ, we are changed: dead in sin ---> dead to sin
We identify with Jesus in His death and resurrection!
The entire record of our sins was nailed to the cross with Jesus!
Jesus triumphs over all authorities, including Satan, in his victory on the cross!