Grace, The Family Business

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Grace, The Family Business Connected – Living in God’s Household, Part 4

Message by Todd Arnett March 21-22, 2015

Ephesians 2:1-10 Living as a member of God’s Household

1. You were dead, enslaved and condemned when you were “in sin”.

Ephesians 2:1-3

“The unbeliever is not sick; he is dead. He does not need resuscitation; he needs resurrection.” – Warren Wiersbe

Romans 8:6-8, Romans 5:12

Wrath is the right response by God in eradicating all that is not in line with His character.

2. You are alive, freed and enthroned “in Christ”.

Ephesians 2:4-9

Mercy is not getting what you deserve.

Romans 8:1

Grace is getting what you don’t deserve.

2 Corinthians 5:21

3. Live as the “functional art” you were intended to become.

Ephesians 2:10

“We are both exhibits of God’s skill and trophies of His grace.” – John Stott Family Question: How does understanding God’s grace change the way you interact with your relational world? Who can you show grace to this week? Share what you learned with your small group! #HDCSmallGroups Visit hdc.mobi/smallgroups to learn more about small groups at HDC