Identity
Genesis 1:26-27 - whose image are YOU made in?
”Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, in our likeness…”
Demonstrated his faith by walking on water.
Peter - Matthew 14:22-33
Commune
Darkness gives way to _________.
Light
”Peter saw the ________ and was ________.”
Wind; afraid
We are known ___________ by God.
Deeply - Psalm 139:13
Trusting Jesus is always _ _ _ _.
Easy
“The early church grew strong by being __________.”
Together
“Salt…makes people ________.” (Para)
Thirsty
Peter stepped out of the boat by faith, which required a lot of __________.
You identity is secure in __________ not _________ _________, ___________, or _____________.
Christ; social media, achievements, or friends.
To be rooted in faith, you must avoid ___________.
Distractions
The “Christian community is important” for g_______h. (Para)
Growth
What does not impact purpose?
”Age” Examples: Abraham; David
“A ______ on a hill cannot be _________.”
City; hidden - Matthew 5:14
Social media focuses on appearance. 1 Samuel 16:7 says that God looks at the _________.
Heart
In Matthew 14:31 - what does Jesus ask Peter?
”Why did you doubt?”
Believers must spend time in f_________p.
Fellowship - Acts 2:42-47
“Light exposes _______ and drives out ________.”
To fulfill his purpose in your life, God will _________ you.
Guide; Psalm 32:8
Identity rooted in God = _____________
Purpose
According to Hebrews 11:1, what we hope for but do not see.
Faith
The pronunciation of purpose spells a powerful two letter word. (Hint: Focus on the second syllable)
Us - To be rooted in community requires all of Us!
”As light and salt you were created to have an __________ in the world.” (para)
Impact - Matthew 5:13-16
God’s _________ give us purpose.
Plans - Jeremiah 29:11