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THEME: Uncharted
SERIES: Transformed
TITLE: The Real You
Text: Romans 12:3-8
I. TRUE THOUGHTS
“Theological knowledge is the medium through which the spirit flows into the human heart, yet there must be humble penitence in the heart before truth can produce faith.” Tozer
“Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought.” No matter how grounded we may think we are; no matter how theologically sound we may think we are; no matter how “cool” we think we are; we cannot be spiritually productive until (self is set aside).
Here’s how it works: (self-denial) -> (self-surrender) -> (selfless service). Keep this in mind: the basis of everything worthwhile that a Christ-follower has and does, is due to the (grace given him by God). Just as we are saved only by God’s grace, so we can serve Him only by that grace. When our service become anything but one of grace, we have missed the mark and wandered off the path.
Three basic questions we, as humans, are seeking answers to:
1. Who am I? This deals with our (identity).
2. Where do I belong? This deals with our (security).
3. What am I supposed to be doing? This deals with our (significance).
II. A GOOD FIT
Some speak for God (prophesy, teach, exhort); some perform acts of service (serve, give); others govern (lead); other perform acts of (mercy).
Couple of thoughts about spiritual gifts:
1) Your spiritual gift becomes the basis for (making priority decisions).
2) Your spiritual gift is affirmation of (God’s love for you).
3) A proper understanding of your spiritual gifts keeps the work of Christ central in (your heart and mind).
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