
Jesus and his disciples left Galilee and went up to the villages near Caesarea Philippi. As they were walking along, he asked them, “Who do people say I am?” “Well,” they replied, “some say John the Baptist, some say Elijah, and others say you are one of the other prophets.” Then he asked them, “But who do you say I am?” Peter replied, “You are the Messiah.” Mark 8:27-29
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“Well,” they replied, “some say John the Baptist, some say Elijah, and others say you are one of the other prophets.” Then he asked them, “But who do you say I am?” Peter replied, “You are the Messiah.” Mark 8:28-29
The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. Colossians 1:15-17
I and the Father are one. John 10:30
Power Verse:
that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Philippians 2:10-11
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Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel, which means ‘God is with us. Matthew 1:23
So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness.
John 1:14
Who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. Philippians 2:6-7
For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Hebrews 4:15
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Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. Matthew 7:24
Together, we are his house, built on the foundation of the apostles and the prophets. And the cornerstone is Christ Jesus himself. Ephesians 2:20
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In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace. Ephesians 1:7
Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, Psalm 107:2
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- Easter at The Connection Church
Easter will be here before we know it! Resurrection Sunday is such an exciting time of the year. We invite you and your family to join us in celebrating the amazing power of our risen King, Jesus. Join us for Connection Easter, starting with Good Friday in the Park, and choose from one of our many Easter services on Saturday and Sunday. If you’d like to learn more about Easter CLICK HERE.
- Summer Camps
Summer Camp is an amazing overnight adventure packed with exciting activities for your student. With camps for students 1st-5th & 6th-12th grade, they’ll enjoy fun with friends, powerful worship & most importantly God’s truth. Students are challenged in their relationships with Christ & with each other as they encounter God’s love & the joy of a life devoted to Him. Find out more HERE!
CONNECTION GROUP GUIDE
Icebreaker:
Before we dive in, how would you personally complete the sentence “Jesus is…”? Share your thoughts with the group.
Key Takeaways:
- Jesus is our Ruler
- Jesus is fully God, the supreme authority over all creation.
- He’s not just a good teacher or prophet, but God incarnate.
- Jesus is Relatable
- Jesus is fully God and fully man, able to empathize with our human experiences.
- He faced human limitations and temptations, yet remained sinless.
- Jesus is the Rock
- Jesus is the firm foundation on which we can build our lives.
- He provides stability and guidance in life’s storms.
- Jesus is our Redeemer
- Through His sacrifice, Jesus frees us from sin and its consequences.
- He offers new life and reconciliation with God.
Discussion Questions:
- What struck you most from what Pastor Bobby said about who Jesus is? Did anything challenge your previous understanding?
- Jesus asks, “Who do you say I am?” How has your answer to this question changed over time?
- How does understanding Jesus as both fully God and fully human impact your relationship with Him?
- How does acknowledging Jesus’ supremacy as your Ruler challenge or change the way you live your daily life?
- Can you share an experience where Jesus has been a “rock” for you during a difficult time?
- What does it mean to you personally that Jesus is your Redeemer? How has this truth affected your life?
- How can remembering Jesus’ humanity help us in our daily walk with Him?
Practical Applications:
- This week, intentionally think about Jesus’ roles as Ruler, Relatable, Rock, and Redeemer in your life. Write your thoughts about how each aspect impacts your daily decisions and attitudes.
- Choose one area where you need to build your life more firmly on the “rock” of Jesus’ teachings. What specific step can you take to line yourself up with His Word?
- Practice “saying so” as mentioned in Psalm 107:2. Share with at least one person this week how Jesus has redeemed you or an area of your life.
- As a group, brainstorm ways to communicate Jesus’ relatability to people who may view Him as distant or irrelevant. How can you share this aspect of Jesus with others in your community?
Closing Prayer: Close the session by having group members pray, thanking Jesus for being their Ruler, for relating to their experiences, for being their firm foundation, and for redeeming them from sin.