His Rich Mercy
Andrew Boone
Part of Sunday Notes
December 20, 2020

Ephesians 2:1-7
Andrew Boone
Sunday, December 20, 2020

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But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. —Ephesians 2:4-7 NIV

But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. —Ephesians 2:4-7 NIV

There’s no grace without mercy because dead people can’t receive gifts.


God is RICH in mercy.

Jesus is the embodiment of God’s mercy.

God’s mercy moves toward us in our sin.

God’s mercy moves toward us in our misery.

BIG IDEA

God is rich in mercy and moves toward us in our sin and in our misery.

STUDY GUIDE

NEAR
2020 has been one of the most challenging and disruptive years that many of us have ever experienced. Countless individuals and families are feeling discouraged, frustrated and down and out. If you’re weary and disenchanted, you likely need some specific truths and promises that will help encourage and reorient your current mindset. Through our next message series, NEAR, we will investigate and reflect on God’s heart for sinners and sufferers. Don’t miss this opportunity to be encouraged as well as to invite your family and friends to experience God’s heart for them.

Message 6: His Rich Mercy
Ephesians 2:1-7
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Big Idea: God is rich in mercy and moves toward us in our sin and in our misery.

What was your experience like with your journaling practice this week? Share with your group areas that were hard, easy, challenging, or beneficial.

Spend time sharing what God laid on your heart from the prompts Andrew gave on Sunday.

What is the difference between grace and mercy?

When have you experienced God’s mercy moving toward you in your sin?

When have you experienced God’s mercy moving toward you in your misery?