Personally In Christ 07/31/22

Series: In Christ 

Personally In Christ 

Ephesians 1:1-14

The phrase, “in Christ” or “in Him,” occurs over 100 times in the New Testament.  

How many times is “in Christ” used in Ephesians 1:1-14? 

Ephesians 1 

What does it mean to be “in Christ”?

·      “In Christ” refers to a state or status.  

Theologians refer to conversations about this aspect of “in Christ” as PositionalTheology. 

·      “In Christ” signifies a dependence.

·      “In Christ” reveals an identity.

Today’s Takeaways

Understanding “in Christ” can help overcome doubts about your relationship with God. 

Understanding “in Christ” will help you develop humility. 

Failing to understand “in Christ” may lead to resentment.

Understanding “in Christ” is the most effective motivator for sanctification. 

How to be “in Christ”

For God loved the world in this way: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life.

John 3:16

In Him you also were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and when you believed.                                                                         Ephesians 1:13

People are “in Christ” when they believe to the point of putting their trust in Christ instead of themselves.