Abba Father

Sermon Notes

1.  In-between the O.T. and the N.T. the relationship between God and His people was at an all-time low.
2.  When Jesus came, He acted differently than any other prophet.
3.  When Jesus prayed, He called God “Father”.
4.  Jesus came to restore us to God in a new relationship.

Follow-up Questions from Sunday:

Getting to Know You:

Name a movie or T.V. show where Hollywood portrays a positive father role model.

Quick Review:
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time or that caught your attention, challenged, or confused you?

Digging Deeper:

1.  When you think of fathers in the Bible, who do you think were the best ones and why?
2.  Read Joshua 24:15, Prov. 23:24, Psalm 103:13, Eph 6:14, Col 3:21, 1 Tim 5:8, Heb 12:9.   From these verses, list the Biblical role and responsibility of a father physically, emotionally, and spiritually.  How does this prompt you to pray for dads?
3.  Knowing from the Scriptures that no earthly father is perfect, how does your relationship with your Heavenly Father provide healing for the weak areas of your earthly father?
4. Read Eph 1:1-10.  Who do you know who has been adopted?  What difference has it made in your life knowing that you are adopted into God’s family?  How do you think this should affect your view of yourself and God?
5.  From this Eph. passage, which of these spiritual blessings in Christ are the most meaningful to you? Why?

Taking it Home:

What is one thing you can apply to your life from this message and how can this group remember you in prayer this week?