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November 2, 2025We centered on God's incomparable nature, redemption through Christ's blood, and the believer's complete sufficiency in Him. Through worship, teaching, and fellowship, the group reflected on how divine love frees believers from comparison, fear, and division—revealing one body united under one Head, Christ.ThemesWorship and Thanksgiving — The meeting opened with songs of gratitude, lifting praise to the Lord for His resurrection and daily mercy.The Reality of Redemption — Judy shared that redemption means being purchased out of sin's marketplace, never to return. Christ paid the full price with His blood, setting believers permanently free.Adopted and Chosen — Discussion of Ephesians 1 emphasized being chosen before the foundation of the world—holy and blameless in His sight. Adoption into sonship was described as God's pleasure and will, rooted in grace and not human striving.The Mystery Revealed — God's plan was portrayed as a mystery now made known in Christ: believers are united in Him, destined for the praise of His glory.Christ's Sufficiency — Edward shared that Christ Himself is each believer's personal and total sufficiency. His love removes comparison, blame, and self-effort, inviting rest and dependence.One Body, One Church — The group discussed the Corinthian letters, noting how Paul addressed division and “party spirits.” They emphasized that the Church is one body under one Head—Christ—and not divided by denomination or comparison.Love That Waits — God's love was described as patient and non-forcing, waiting to be gracious. Like the father of the prodigal son, He anticipates our return without condemnation.Spiritual Growth and Dependence — Paul's example showed that even correction flows from love, not anger. Growth happens through resting in Christ's finished work, not through striving or self-righteousness.The Mind of Christ — The session closed with reflection on resting in one's position in Christ rather than striving to “become” spiritual. True balance comes from depending on God's love, which removes competition and judgment within the Body.What We LearnedWe have been bought out of sin's power and belong fully to Christ.Our identity as holy and blameless exists in His sight, not by self-effort.Christ's sufficiency ends all comparison, pride, and performance.The Church is one body; division and party zeal oppose love's unity.God's love corrects gently, without violating free will or removing His gaze.True growth happens by resting, receiving, and reflecting His love toward others.Even when others misunderstand or reject us, love remains the answer.Dependence on Christ protects the believer from reacting in the flesh.Reflection QuestionWhere do we still rely on our own sufficiency, and how can we let Christ's love become the only measure of our identity and unity?
We are called to move forward by faith, not fear. God has already given us the land—His promises and His rest—and invites us to enter in through trust, surrender, and submission of our will. Fear is the spirit that opposes love, but perfect love casts it out.Key Scriptures (mentioned or read)Deuteronomy 1 Proverbs 29:25 Ezekiel 28 Isaiah 6 1 John 4:18 2 Timothy 1:7 2 Corinthians 10:4–5 Ephesians 6:12 Romans 7 Matthew 6:24 Philippians 2:12–13 Hebrews 12 Revelation 3:20 Zechariah 4:10ThemesFaith Over Fear — God calls us to advance into His promises despite giants and obstacles. Fear paralyzes; faith acts on divine certainty.The Will of God — From creation there was one will; rebellion created two. Our rest comes when our will aligns with His.The Origin of Fear — Fear is not from God; it's a demonic spirit that seeks to snare believers and oppose divine love.Perfect Love Casts Out Fear — Experiencing God's completed love removes torment and brings rest to the soul.The Two Masters — We cannot serve both love and fear, light and darkness. Submission of the will brings freedom.Rest in Christ — Just as Israel entered the Promised Land, we enter rest by accepting our death and resurrection with Christ.The Yoke of Love — The neck represents the will; taking Christ's yoke keeps us close and teaches us gentle submission.Spiritual Warfare — Our battle is not against flesh and blood but against fear-based lies that oppose truth.Growth Through Grace — Chastisement and correction are acts of love; God lovingly trains us toward maturity.Dependence and Worship — Trust is worship. To rest in Him is faith in action—just as sitting without tension is an act of trust.What We LearnedGod's promises are sure; fear blinds us from entering into them.Fear's root is pride—self-reliance instead of God-dependence.Love's root is humility—resting in what Christ has already finished.Our growth experience depends on submission of the will, not striving.God never violates our will but waits to be gracious when we call for help.Each trial is designed to replace fear with faith and self-effort with rest.Entering God's rest requires embracing our death with Christ, not just His death for us.The Spirit reveals truth gently, leading us into light and casting out darkness.Reflection QuestionWhere have we allowed fear to dictate our steps, and how can we let love lead us forward into God's promises?
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