Alexandria Covenant Church
As Christians, we are called to be more like Christ in our daily walks. God calls us to be holy as he is, but how can we obtain such a feat without him? Through the power and work of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we can build upon this holiness, our sanctification.
1 Peter 1:13-20 NLT
Sermon Points:
1. To be more like Christ, we need to exercise self-control and obedience.
2. To be more like Christ, we must give up earthly desires.
3. To be more like Christ, we have to know His story.
Application:
God gives us a great way to be more Christ-like. It is through these spiritual disciplines that get mentioned repeatedly.
Read your Bible - it is the way we can know His story
Establish a good community that holds you accountable - it is the way we can give up earthly desires
Pray for strength, guidance, and mercy - it is the way we can exercise self-control and obedience
Supporting Texts:
Joshua 4
Leviticus 11:44-45
Hebrews 12:14-17