TEACHING NOTE SUMMARY FOR ACTS OF THE APOSTLES

Lesson 19 - The Lordship of Christ


Focal Point:
"Yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we live;
and there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we live."
1 Corinthians 8:6


The Heart of the Matter

1 Corinthians 12:13 and 1 Corinthians 13


Principles


Perfect Love Is What Was Expressed on the Cross
It Was Not About Ego - Or power Or Prestige - It Was Pure Love

Is there any wonder why God demands that the only way to Him
is through His Son who He loved so dearly?


As Believers In Christ, We Are Indwelt by One Spirit;
Fueled by Love to Operate and Function as One Body

How is the Body of Christ doing?


Christ Rules Our Personal Life

1 Corinthians 8:1 - 11:1


Principle


A Christian Gives Up Certain Rights to Avoid Causing Another to Stumble

What rights do I need to give up for the sake of a brother?


Christ Rules Our Church Life

1 Corinthians 11:2 - 12:11 and 1 Corinthians 14


Principle


Spiritual Gifts Are to Build Up the Body of Christ

Am I serving faithfully and fully in my church?


Christ Rules Our Personal Life

1 Corinthians 15 thru 16


Principle


The Hope of the Resurrection Helps Believers Stand Firm in the Faith

Does my life reflect my ultimate hope and anticipation of the Resurrection?