Grace Church of the Bay Area

1. Learn How Behave (v. 3) a. Being Reverent b. Being Silent c. Being Sober d. Being Helpful 2. Learn How to Model (v. 4-5) a. In their Relationships b. In their Walk c. In their Dominion

3 Signs that Unity is Being Accomplished 1. Doctrinal Discernment, v. 14 2. Christlike Conformity, v. 15 3. Edifying Engagement, v. 16

3 Phases of God's Plan for Unity in the Church 1. The Grace of Unity, v. 11 2. The Growth of Unity, v. 12 3. The Goal of Unity, v. 13

4 Incentives to Promote Unity Through Service 1. The Assurance of Spiritual Gifts, v. 7a (But to each one of us grace was given) 2. The Assortment of Spiritual Gifts, v. 7b (according to the measure) 3. The Administration of Spiritual Gifts, v. 7c (of Christ's gift) 4. The Accomplishment of Spiritual Gifts, vv. 8-10

3 Roles of Every Christian to Ensure Unity in the Church 1. The Conduct of Faith, v. 1 2. The Character of Forbearance, v. 2 3. The Call of Fellowship, v. 3

3 Meditations on God's Power for Biblical Prayer1. God's Power is Inexhaustible, v. 20a2. God's Purpose is Intimate, v. 20b3. God's Praise is Infinite, v. 21

3 Truths to Remember in the Inner Man1. The Dependence on Christ's Love, v. 17b2. The Depth of Christ's Love, vv. 18-19a3. The Duty from Christ's Love, v. 19b

3 Activities of the Godhead Necessary for Spiritual Strength1. The Supply of the Father, v. 16a2. The Strengthening of the Spirit, v. 16b3. The Support of the Son , v. 17a

4 Considerations to Refine Your Posture in Prayer1. Consider the Grace of God, v. 14a ("For this reason")2. Consider the Character of God, v. 14b ("I bow my knees")3. Consider the Compassion of God, v. 14c ("before the Father")4. Consider the Authority of God, v. 15

1. Learn How to be Mature (v. 2a) a. Being Temperate b. Being Dignified c. Being Sensible2. Learn How to Endure (v. 2b) a. Sound in Faith b. Sound in Love c. Sound in Perseverance

4 Practical Outworkings of the Mystery of God1. Universal Proclamation, v. 102. Unstoppable Plan, v. 113. Unhindered Presence, v. 124. Unconventional Purpose, v. 13

3 Requirements of Faithful Ministry1. The Capability for Ministry, v. 72. The Competency for Ministry, v. 83. The Content of Ministry, v. 9

3 Privileges of Gentile Christians1. The Mystery Has been Recognized, v. 42. The Mystery Has Been Revealed, v. 53. The Mystery Has Been Realized, v. 6

3 Proofs of Paul's Apostleship to the Gentiles1. Paul's Commitment to the Gentiles, v. 12. Paul's Call to the Gentiles, v. 23. Paul's Competence to the Gentiles, v. 3

3 Qualities of the Church that Dictate Christian Behavior1. The Fellowship of the Church, v. 192. The Foundation of the Church, v. 203. The Function of the Church, vv. 21-22

4 Components of the Peace Accessible to Jew and Gentile1. The Price of Peace, v. 17a2. The Preaching of Peace, v. 17b3. The Proof of Peace, v. 18a4. The Product of Peace, v. 18b

3 Unifying Accomplishments of the Person of Christ1. Division Destroyed by the Peace, v. 142. Animosity Abolished by the Man, v. 153. Reconciliation Realized by the Lamb, v. 16

3 Historical Experiences of Gentiles in God's Plan1. Gentiles were Mocked for Their Background, v. 112. Gentiles were Excluded from God's Benefits, v. 123. Gentiles Were Brought Near through Christ's Blood, v. 13

3 Ways to Maximize Your Life with No Regrets1. Accept the Poetry of Your Existence: "For we are His workmanship"2. Appreciate the Plan of Your Existence: "created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand"3. Accomplish the Purpose of Your Existence: "so that we would walk in them"

4 Truths About Grace that are Essential to Gospel Living1. God is the Gracious Provider of Salvation, v. 8a2. Faith is the Active Reception of Salvation, v. 8b3. Man is the Undeserving Object of Salvation, v. 8c4. Works are the Humbling Contrast of Salvation, v. 9

5 Questions to Ask to Focus on What Truly Matters1. Am I representing God?, v. 28a2. Am I serving the saints?, v. 28b3. Am I seeking holiness?, v. 28c4. Am I prioritizing the church?, v. 29a5. Am I relying on God?, v. 29b

5 Impossibilities that God Has Made Possible1. The Activity of God, v. 4a2. The Affection of God, v. 4b3. The Animation of God, v. 54. The Association of God, v. 65. The Announcement of God, v. 7

4 Inescapable Miseries from Which Christians Escaped1. The Condition, v. 1a2. The Character, vv. 1b-23. The Conduct, v. 3a4. The Consequence, v. 3b

Sermon Outline:3 Characteristics of Christ's Power1. The Extent of Christ's Power, v. 22a2. The Efficacy of Christ's Power, v. 22b3. The Expression of Christ's Power, v. 23

Pastor Roger answers questions that were submitted for the Q&A

Sermon Outline: 4 Demonstrations of God's Power Evidenced in Christ1. Resurrection, v. 20a2. Exaltation, v. 20b3. Domination, v. 21a4. Perpetuation, v. 21b

2 Guidelines for Praying for Others' Spiritual Growth1. The General Request, v. 18a2. The Specific Prayers, vv. 18b-19

3 Ways Prayer is Driven by Biblical Truth1. Gospel Promises are the Catalyst for Prayer, v. 15a2. Gospel Living is the Foundation of Thanksgiving, vv. 15b-163. Gospel Growth is the Director of Supplication, v. 17

3 Phases of the Believer's Assurance of Inheritance1. The Singular Requirement, v. 13a2. The Divine Guarantee, vv. 13b-14a3. The Astounding Conclusion, v. 14b

3 Guarantees of the Christian's Inheritance1. Inevitable Distribution, vv. 10b-11a2. Independent Determination, v. 11b3. Intended Design, v. 12

4 Reasons We Can Trust God for the Future-1. God Revealed His Plan, v. 9a-2. God Loves His People, v. 9b-3. God Executes His Purpose, v. 10a-4. God Fulfills His Promise, v. 10b

4 Reasons We Can Trust God for the Future1. God Revealed His Plan, v. 9a2. God Loves His People, v. 9b3. God Executes His Purpose, v. 10a4. God Fulfills His Promise, v. 10b

5 Evidences of Grace in Redemption-1. The Means, v. 7a-2. The Result, v. 7b-3. The Cost, v. 7c-4. The Sufficiency, v. 8a-5. The Understanding, v. 8b

5 Evidences of Grace in Redemption1. The Means, v. 7a2. The Result, v. 7b3. The Cost, v. 7c4. The Sufficiency, v. 8a5. The Understanding, v. 8b

6 Praiseworthy Components of Election-1. The Timing, v. 4a-2. The Purpose, v. 4b-3. The Motive, v. 4c-4. The Result, v. 5a-5. The Means, v. 5b-6. The Goal, v. 6a

6 Praiseworthy Components of Election1. The Timing, v. 4a2. The Purpose, v. 4b3. The Motive, v. 4c4. The Result, v. 5a5. The Means, v. 5b6. The Goal, v. 6a

3 Praises for Every Believer-1. Praise the Father for His Worth, v. 3a-2. Praise the Spirit for His Involvement, v. 3b-3. Praise the Son for His Agency, vv. 3a,c

3 Praises for Every Believer1. Praise the Father for His Worth, v. 3a2. Praise the Spirit for His Involvement, v. 3b3. Praise the Son for His Agency, vv. 3a,c

3 Evidences of God's Involvement in the Believer's Life-1. The Plan of God, v. 1a-2. The Purpose of God, v. 1b-3. The Power of God, v. 2

3 Evidences of God's Involvement in the Believer's Life1. The Plan of God, v. 1a2. The Purpose of God, v. 1b3. The Power of God, v. 2