Identity in Christ
According to 2 Corinthians 5:17, what happens to anyone who is in Christ?
They become a new creation
According to Ephesians 5:22, to whom are wives instructed to submit as to the Lord?
Their Husbands
Name the types of crowns the Bible says believers can receive as rewards.
The Crown of Life, The Crown of Righteousness, The Imperishable Crown, The Crown of Glory, and The Crown of Rejoicing
According to Ephesians 2:10, why were we created in Christ Jesus?
To work;
To do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do
Jesus submitted to God's will in the Garden of Gethsemane. What famous phrase did He pray that reflects submission?
Not my will, but Yours be done
What is one key difference between salvation and rewards?
Salvation is a free gift by grace through faith, while rewards are based on faithful service and obedience
In 2 Corinthians 5:21, how does God view us because of Christ taking on our sin?
We become the righteousness of God
What does submission mean from a biblical perspective?
Voluntarily surrendering one's will, desires, and authority to God and those He has placed in authority
What is the difference between the judgments of born again believers now and after the rapture?
Judgement now is for sin, wrong doing and being out of place while judgement after is for works
What does it mean to develop your identity in Christ?
Growing in understanding and accepting who you are based on God's truth, not the world's opinions
In Romans 13:1, what are we told about earthly authorities?
All authority is established by God, and we should be subject to governing authorities
According to 1 Corinthians 3:12–15, what determines whether our works will receive a reward or be burned up?
The quality of our works;
whether they are built with gold, silver, precious stones or with wood, hay, and straw
What are two ways Christian women can strengthen their identity in Christ?
1. Renewing their mind with God’s Word
2. Building intimacy with God through prayer and worship
3. Rest in your worth and value in Christ?
4. Walk in purpose and calling
5. Embracing Your New Identity in Christ
How does the Bible describe submission in marriage according to Ephesians 5:21-25?
Mutual submission, where wives respect their husbands and husbands love their wives as Christ loved the Church.
What is the "Crown of Righteousness" given for, according to 2 Timothy 4:8?
Loving and longing for Christ’s appearing