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Welcome to following Jesus! Welcome to the family! God’s family!
In this series we want to help you grow in knowing what it means, and what it looks like, to follow Jesus.
This material is designed to help you find out more about what God says it looks like to follow Him. It asks you to read, watch and respond to truths from the Bible wherever you are in your relationship with God.
This series, just like life, is designed to be done with others. We would encourage you to be meeting up regularly with a more mature follower of Jesus to journey through this series.
So, what do you need to start?
A heart to be discipled, to learn from God!
A Bible!
Someone to meet with!
The series booklets!
We pray that you grow to follow Jesus more closely and have your life shaped by the one you follow. Jesus!
KCC Eldership
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We all have a story. Our unique stories show not only who we are, but where we are from, and what has shaped us.
God is writing a story. History is HIS-STORY, God’s story. God’s story is written down in the Bible. It’s called the gospel.
In this session we are going to take the time to learn more about God’s story, and where our story fits within it.
Your word is a lamp that gives light wherever I walk.
Psalm 119:105
God, thank You for sharing with us Your story. Help us know it, know You, and understand our place in it. In Jesus name. Amen.
What do you know about God’s story, the story of the Bible?
Let’s have a look together about what the Bible says about the Gospel as a story.
Read the each of the passages below and see what aspect of God’s story they reveal about God, and about His creation.
Genesis 1:1-2:1
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His creation?
Genesis 3; Romans 5:12
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His creation?
Romans 3:22-26
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His creation?
Hebrews 9:27-28; Hebrews 21:1-8
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His creation?
Using what you have learned, and what you understand, discuss together these questions…
What are the main parts of the Gospel, God’s story?
What surprises you about the Gospel, God’s story?
What questions do you have about the Gospel, God’s story?
Take the time to thank God for the good news, thanking Him for each key part of His story.
Your word is a lamp that gives light wherever I walk.
Psalm 119:105
God, thank You for sharing with us Your story. Help us know it, know You, and understand our place in it. In Jesus name. Amen.
Have a read of Genesis 6:9-9:17.
How do we see God’s Big Story, the gospel, in the smaller story of Noah and the flood?
CREATION
FALL
REDEMPTION
RESTORATION
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As a story, the Bible has one major theme. The kingdom of God. God’s people – His kingdom people. In God’s place – His kingdom. Under God’s rule and blessing – King Jesus.
Kingdom language isn’t something we use daily, but in the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, it’s used to reveal the gospel - the good news. A created kingdom, a broken kingdom, a present kingdom, and a restored kingdom.
In this session we are going to take the time to learn more about what the gospel reveals about God’s kingdom, and how we fit into it.
God's kingdom isn't about eating and drinking. It is about pleasing God, about living in peace, and about true happiness. All this comes from the Holy Spirit.
Romans 14:17
God, thank You for inviting us into Your kingdom. Help us understand what Your kingdom is, what it is like, and where we fit within it. In Jesus name. Amen.
When you think about ‘kingdom’ what comes to mind?
Let’s have a look together about what the Bible says about the Gospel as a kingdom.
Read the each of the passages below and see what aspect of God’s story they reveal about God, and about His kingdom.
Genesis 2:4-25
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His kingdom?
1 Chronicles 29:10-13
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His kingdom?
John 3:3-5
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His kingdom?
Revelation 21:1-8
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His kingdom?
Using what you have learned, and what you understand, discuss together these questions…
Where do we fit into God’s kingdom?
What is it about God that makes Him the only King?
What is required to be part of God’s kingdom?
What questions do you have about Gods kingdom?
Take the time to thank God for the good news, thanking Him for his kingdom, his reign, his rule, and our invitation to be part of it.
God's kingdom isn't about eating and drinking. It is about pleasing God, about living in peace, and about true happiness. All this comes from the Holy Spirit.
Romans 14:17
God, thank You for the kingdom you have created. Help us to relate to you as king, be kingdom people, and understand your kingdom plans. In Jesus name. Amen.
Have a read of Luke 18:15-17.
What does this passage reveal about…
GOD’S KINGDOM?
GOD’S RULE?
OUR PLACE IN GOD’S KINGDOM?
WHAT IS VALUED IN THE KINGDOM?
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As a story, the Bible has one major theme. The kingdom of God. God’s people – His kingdom people. In God’s place – His kingdom. Under God’s rule and blessing – King Jesus.
Kingdom language isn’t something we use daily, but in the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, it’s used to reveal the gospel - the good news. A created kingdom, a broken kingdom, a present kingdom, and a restored kingdom.
In this session we are going to take the time to learn more about what the gospel reveals about God’s kingdom, and how we fit into it.
God's kingdom isn't about eating and drinking. It is about pleasing God, about living in peace, and about true happiness. All this comes from the Holy Spirit.
Romans 14:17
God, thank You for inviting us into Your kingdom. Help us understand what Your kingdom is, what it is like, and where we fit within it. In Jesus name. Amen.
When you think about ‘kingdom’ what comes to mind?
Let’s have a look together about what the Bible says about the Gospel as a kingdom.
Read the each of the passages below and see what aspect of God’s story they reveal about God, and about His kingdom.
Genesis 2:4-25
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His kingdom?
1 Chronicles 29:10-13
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His kingdom?
John 3:3-5
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His kingdom?
Revelation 21:1-8
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His kingdom?
Using what you have learned, and what you understand, discuss together these questions…
Where do we fit into God’s kingdom?
What is it about God that makes Him the only King?
What is required to be part of God’s kingdom?
What questions do you have about Gods kingdom?
Take the time to thank God for the good news, thanking Him for his kingdom, his reign, his rule, and our invitation to be part of it.
God's kingdom isn't about eating and drinking. It is about pleasing God, about living in peace, and about true happiness. All this comes from the Holy Spirit.
Romans 14:17
God, thank You for the kingdom you have created. Help us to relate to you as king, be kingdom people, and understand your kingdom plans. In Jesus name. Amen.
Have a read of Luke 18:15-17.
What does this passage reveal about…
GOD’S KINGDOM?
GOD’S RULE?
OUR PLACE IN GOD’S KINGDOM?
WHAT IS VALUED IN THE KINGDOM?
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For centuries the Bible has been a bestseller. The most quoted, the most published, the most translated and the most influential book in the history of humanity.
Yet, despite its impact, it is also the most neglected.
Even though a bestseller, to many it doesn’t make sense.
In this session we are going to explore the source, nature and purpose of the Bible. Why you should read it.
Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.
Psalm 119:18
God, thank You for giving us the Bible. Help us understand how it came to us, why it’s unique, and why it’s important. In Jesus name. Amen.
Where do you think the Bible came from?
Let’s have a look together about what the Bible says about itself.
Read each of the passages below and see what these aspects of God’s story reveal about His Words to us, the Bible.
2 Timothy 3:16-17
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about the Bible?
2 Peter 1:20-21
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about the Bible?
Deuteronomy 31:24-26
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His Bible?
Psalm 119:89-96
What does it reveal about God?
What does it reveal about His Bible?
Using what you have learned, and what you understand, discuss together these questions…
What makes the Bible unique?
What is your relationship with the Bible?
What questions do you have about the place and purpose of the Bible?
Take the time to write down what convictions you have about the Bible.
Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.
Psalm 119:18
God, thank You for gifting us the Bible. Help me read it, understand it, and make it an important part of my life. In Jesus name. Amen.
Have a read of Psalm 19:7-11.
What is the place and purpose of the Bible according to this passage?
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Following Jesus is the beginning of a lifelong relationship! But like any relationship, deepening it requires spending quality time together.
God invites us to spend regular time with Him, getting to know Him better. We can meet God, and get to know him better, by reading the Bible. The Bible invites us into a deeper relationship with God.
In this session we are going to explore the patterns and practices of reading the Bible. How we should read it.
I will study your teachings and follow your footsteps.
Psalm 119:15
God, thank You for inviting us to know you. Help us learn how to know you better by reading and responding to your Word, the Bible. Amen.
How does reading the Bible fit into your daily routine?
Let’s have a look together about what the Bible says about reading the Bible.
Read each of the passages below and see what is important when it comes to reading the Bible.
Colossians 3:16
What does it reveal about what God does through the Bible?
What does it reveal about our responsibility?
Proverbs 2:1-15
What does it reveal about what God does through the Bible?
What does it reveal about our responsibility?
Hebrews 4:12-13
What does it reveal about what God does through the Bible?
What does it reveal about our responsibility?
John 8:31-32
What does it reveal about what God does through the Bible?
What does it reveal about our responsibility?
Using what you have learned, and what you understand, discuss together these questions…
Why is reading the Bible so important?
What tools could help you become regular in your reading of the Bible?
What are your expectations when you read the Bible?
Who do you discuss the Bible with?
Take the time to formulate a plan on how you will regularly read the Bible...
When:
Where:
What part of the Bible:
I will study your teachings and follow your footsteps.
Psalm 119:15
God, thank You for giving us the Bible. Help us to be regular and consistent in reading the Bible. Show us things in the Bible. In Jesus name. Amen.
Have a read of Psalm 119:129-136
What does this passage reveal about…
THE BIBLE?
THE BENFITS OF THE BIBLE TO FOLLOWERS OF JESUS?
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Being a follower of Jesus is all about an ongoing journey of change. A change to be more like Jesus, the one we follow. A key in that change is the impact and influence of the Bible, God’s Word.
The Bible has the power to transform our thinking, desires, and the way we view people, life, and circumstances.
In this session we are going to take the time to learn more about how the Bible transforms.
Your word is the truth. So let this truth make them completely yours.
John 17:17
God, thank You that You give us the Bible to transform us. To teach us, to encourage us, to give us hope, and to make us completely yours. In Jesus name. Amen.
What is one thing you think God might want to change about you?
Let’s have a look together about what the Bible says about the Bible that transforms.
Read each of the passages below and see what these aspects of God’s story reveal about God, and how he transforms us through the Bible.
2 Timothy 3:16-17
What does it reveal about God reason for giving us the Bible?
What is our responsibility in this?
Romans 12:1-2
What does it reveal about God reason for giving us the Bible?
What is our responsibility in this?
Psalm 19:7-11
What does it reveal about God reason for giving us the Bible?
What is our responsibility in this?
Hebrews 4:12-13
What does it reveal about God reason for giving us the Bible?
What is our responsibility in this?
Using what you have learned, and what you understand, discuss together these questions…
What do you expect to happen when you open the Bible?
What has the Bible pointed out in your life recently?
Why do you think transformation is an important part of the Christian life?
Take the time to thank God for the gift of the Bible, thanking Him for the way it can change and transform us to be more like Jesus.
Your word is the truth. So let this truth make them completely yours.
John 17:17
God, thank You for giving us truth that changes us. Help us come to the Bible with a want to learn, grow and be transformed. In Jesus name. Amen.
Have a read of Isaiah 55:10-11.
What does it reveal about the purpose of the Bible in transforming followers of Jesus?