Lesson Three
Summary Statement:
We believe God created all things, visible and invisible, out of nothing, and all very good. He sovereignly sustains and governs creation for his glory and the benefit of his creatures. God created humans in his image, male and female, to know, love, and glorify him in covenant relationship and to serve as stewards of the earth. The first man, Adam, sinned against God, resulting in alienation, death, guilt, shame, and a curse upon the earth. Separated from God and subject to his judgment, all humans have inherited a sinful nature from which they cannot save themselves.
Journal Questions
Reflect on the following questions through a physical or digital notepad.
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What is one consequence of original sin that you see is currently at work in your life? Why? What will you do to defeat it?
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What are the practical implications of clearly understanding that God governs and sustains all things in your life? What would change if you were continually aware of those two things?
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How has the devil tried to get you to doubt God's goodness in the past, and is there any way he is currently using the same strategy? What must you do to defeat him?