WHO IS GOD?

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HOW CAN I KNOW GOD?

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V I D E O Q U E S T I O N S

What did you learn from the video about the Trinity?

How is Jesus described?

How does Jesus describe God?

How did Jesus experience God? What does this mean for how we can experience him?

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Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth.Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.

(Matthew 28:18–19 NLT)

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The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make him known.They speak without a sound or word; their voice is never heard.Yet their message has gone throughout the earth, and their words to all the world… The instructions of the LORD are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple.The commandments of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the LORD are clear, giving insight for living.Reverence for the LORD is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the LORD are true; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb.They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them.

(Psalm 19:1–11 NLT)

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“When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on his own but will tell you what he has heard. He will tell you about the future. He will bring me glory by telling you whatever he receives from me. All that belongs to the Father is mine; this is why I said, ‘The Spirit will tell you whatever he receives from me.’”( John 16:13–15 NLT)

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E X P L O R A T O R Y Q U E S T I O N S

How would you explain to someone else how they could know God?

How have you tried to get to know God in your personal life?

How does knowing that God wants a relationship with you regardless of who you are or what you’ve done change the way you see him?

How has the church helped you discover more about God?

Does prayer help you feel closer to God? Why or why not?

Does reading Scripture help you understand more about who God is? Why or why not?

What role does the Holy Spirit play in your relationship with God?

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How can you open your heart and mind more fully to the work of the Holy Spirit?

What are some ways you can improve your prayer life?

What strategies do you think might enrich your Bible reading?

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C A T E C H I S M Q U E S T I O N

Q: HOW CAN I KNOW GOD?A: I can know God by the power of the Holy Spirit through his resurrected Son, Jesus.

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R E S P O N S E

1. Have you ever taken the first step in getting to know God?

2. Would you like to commit or recommit to your church family?

3. What are some additional ways you can know and be known by God and experience his love?

4. Would you like to commit to memorizing this section of the Church Creed: “I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. Who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified.”

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