#14: I am…getting all my needs me by Jesus. Philippians 4:19
#15: I am…casting all my care on Jesus. 1 Peter 5:7
#16: I am…strong in the Lord and in the Power of His Might. Ephesians 6:10
#17: I am…Doing all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
First, say it out loud, and guess a little at what this statement should mean to you.
Then read it in context: Philippians 4:10-20
We just read this passage last week…does it mean anything NEW to you through the lens of this “I am” statement?
How can Paul’s attitude toward giving and receivng enable you to be a better giver? A better receiver?
Have you used this “I am” statement in situations lately? How?
#18: I am…An heir of God and a Joint heir with Jesus. Romans 8:17
First, say it out loud, and guess a little at what this statement should mean to you.
Then read it in context: Romans 8:1-17
We’ve read this passage twice so far this semester…does it mean anything NEW to you through the lens of this “I am” statement?
What truths here can help you handle feelings of guilt and unworthiness?
What does it mean to you that you are not God’s slave, but his child?
When unhealthy thoughts enter your mind, how does this statement help to deal with them?
#19: I am…An heir to the blessing of Abraham. Galatians 3:13-14
First, say it out loud, and guess a little at what this statement should mean to you.
Then read it in context: Galatians 3:1-14
We’ve read this passage once so far this semester…does it mean anything NEW to you through the lens of this “I am” statement?
What is the blessing to Abraham?
How would you explain the promised “righteousness”, “blessing”, “curse”, and Spirit to a nonbeliever?