“In Christ” “In Christ” - Purpose

2Corinthians 5:17 (GWT) Whoever is a believer in Christ is a new creation. The old way of living has disappeared. A new way of living has come into existence. New Life – in Christ Spiritual Blessings – in Christ Relationships – in Christ Living out Faith – in Christ

“In Christ” God’s Purpose In Christ we were chosen to be God's people, because from the very beginning God had decided this in keeping with his plan. And he is the One who makes everything agree with what he decides and wants. We are the first people who hoped in Christ, and we were chosen so that we would bring praise to God's glory. So it is with you. When you heard the true teaching—the Good News about your salvation—you believed in Christ. And in Christ, God put his special mark of ownership on you by giving you the Holy Spirit that he had promised. Ephesians 1:11-13 (NCV).

“In Christ” God’s Purpose In Christ we were chosen to be God's people, because from the very beginning God had decided this in keeping with his plan. And he is the One who makes everything agree with what he decides and wants. We are the first people who hoped in Christ, and we were chosen so that we would bring praise to God's glory. So it is with you. When you heard the true teaching—the Good News about your salvation—you believed in Christ. And in Christ, God put his special mark of ownership on you by giving you the Holy Spirit that he had promised. Ephesians 1:11-13 (NCV).

“In Christ” John 15:7-9 (NIVUK) If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples. As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love.

“In Christ” Ephesians 3:10-11 (TNIV) His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, according to his eternal purpose that he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord.

“In Christ” Ephesians 2:10 (TNIV) For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. “We are God’s masterpiece” – NLT Creatively excellent – a work of genius Valuable – has intrinsic worth and appreciated Unique and genuine – not a carbon copy or forgery

“In Christ” We’re not finished yet  Being trained on the job  Called to be faithful  Open to correction and direction  Recognise our strengths and limitations

“In Christ” Moving Onwards “Here is the test to find whether your mission on earth is finished. If you're alive, it isn't” Richard Bach “Only put off until tomorrow what you are willing to die having left undone today” Picasso

“In Christ” Colossians 2:7 (CEV) Plant your roots in Christ and let him be the foundation for your life. Be strong in your faith, just as you were taught. And be grateful.