When we place our faith in Jesus Christ He becomes not only our Savior but also our
Sovereign Lord and Master. We are under new ownership. We can only enjoy our new
life in Christ as we daily seek His will and follow Him in obedience.
1. Circle keywords or phrases in the following Scriptures.
Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you
have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore
honor God with your body. 1 Corinthians 6:19,20 (NIV)
Jesus replied: "'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and
with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. Matthew 22:37,38 (NIV)
Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your
way to the LORD; trust in him and he will do this: Psalm 37:4,5 (NIV)
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to
you as well. Matthew 6:33 (NIV)
"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear
much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5 (NIV)
Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows
generously will also reap generously. Each man should give what he has decided in his
heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
2 Corinthians 9: 6-7 (NIV)
"Why do you call me, `Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say? Luke 6:46 (NIV)
2. From the above passages, what do we learn about:
New Ownership
Priorities
Giving
Obedience
Benefits
Things
3. How can I apply the truths of these verses to my life today?