Living as God’s Temple (1 Peter 2:4-5)

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Sermon Outline

1. Know who we are: our identity in Christ

   a. In Christ, we are living stones

   b. In Christ, we are a spiritual house

2. Be who we are: our purpose in Christ

   a. We are to be holy

   b. We are to be one priesthood

   i. We proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ

   ii. We portray the beauty of Jesus Christ

Reflection Questions

1. As I live in the world, in what ways do I forget my identity and purpose as a member of God’s spiritual house?

2. If I am a living stone, how can I work with God to build up other believers around me?

3. What do my words and life say about Jesus and the gospel? How would I worship God by proclaiming and portraying Christ with my life?