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Knowing God is not only about information; it is about relationship, transformation, and intimacy<\/b><\/strong>. Scripture shows several pathways through which we come to truly know Him.<\/p>\n

1) \u00a0Know God Through Jesus<\/h2>\n

The clearest revelation of God is through Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n

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  • <\/b>John 14:6<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Jesus is the way to the Father<\/li>\n
  • <\/b>John 17:3<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Eternal life is knowing God<\/li>\n
  • <\/b>Colossians 1:15<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Christ is the image of God<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Relationship with God begins with faith in Christ.<\/p>\n

    2) \u00a0Know God Through His Word<\/h2>\n

    The Bible reveals God\u2019s character, heart, and ways.<\/p>\n

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    • <\/b>2 Timothy 3:16\u201317<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Scripture equips us<\/li>\n
    • <\/b>Psalm 119:105<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 God\u2019s Word guides us<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The more we know Scripture, the more we understand God\u2019s nature.<\/p>\n

      3) \u00a0Know God Through the Holy Spirit<\/h2>\n

      The Holy Spirit reveals truth and builds intimacy.<\/p>\n

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      • <\/b>John 16:13<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 The Spirit guides into truth<\/li>\n
      • <\/b>Romans 8:16<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 The Spirit confirms we are God\u2019s children<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        God is known personally through His presence.<\/p>\n

        4) \u00a0Know God Through Obedience<\/h2>\n

        Obedience deepens our relationship with Him.<\/p>\n

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        • <\/b>John 14:21<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Loving God means obeying Him<\/li>\n
        • <\/b>1 John 2:3\u20135<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 We know Him if we keep His commands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Obedience transforms knowledge into experience.<\/p>\n

          5) \u00a0Know God Through Prayer and Seeking<\/h2>\n

          God invites us to seek Him with all our hearts.<\/p>\n

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          • <\/b>Jeremiah 29:13<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Seek Him and you will find Him<\/li>\n
          • <\/b>James 4:8<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Draw near to God<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Intimacy grows through time spent with Him.<\/p>\n

            \u00a0Summary<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

            To know God is to:<\/p>\n

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            • Believe in Jesus<\/li>\n
            • Study His Word<\/li>\n
            • Walk with the Holy Spirit<\/li>\n
            • Obey His voice<\/li>\n
            • Seek Him in prayer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Knowing God is a lifelong journey of love and transformation.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What Is Communion?” tab_id=”1773871910001-95bfea43-aef7″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner]\t\t

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              Communion<\/b><\/strong>, also called the Lord\u2019s Supper<\/b><\/strong>, is a sacrament instituted by Jesus Christ<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0in which believers remember His death, celebrate His resurrection, and proclaim His return<\/b><\/strong>. It is a spiritual act of fellowship<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0with Christ and with other believers, symbolized by bread and wine (or juice).<\/p>\n

              1) \u00a0\u00a0Communion Reminds Us of Christ\u2019s Sacrifice<\/h2>\n
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              • <\/b>Luke 22:19<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 \u201cDo this in remembrance of Me.\u201d<\/li>\n
              • <\/b>1 Corinthians 11:24-25<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Jesus broke the bread and said it represented His body, and the cup represented His blood, given for the forgiveness of sins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Communion helps us remember the cost of our salvation<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and the love of Christ.<\/p>\n

                2) \u00a0Communion Proclaims Christ\u2019s Death and Resurrection<\/h2>\n
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                • <\/b>1 Corinthians 11:26<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 \u201cFor whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord\u2019s death until He comes.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Every time we take communion, we declare our faith in His work and anticipate His return<\/b><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                  3) \u00a0Communion Fosters Fellowship<\/h2>\n
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                  • <\/b>Acts 2:42<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Early believers devoted themselves to the apostles\u2019 teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Communion is not only vertical (with God) but horizontal<\/b><\/strong>, building unity among believers.<\/p>\n

                    4) \u00a0Communion Is a Spiritual Nourishment<\/h2>\n
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                    • <\/b>John 6:53-56<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Jesus said, \u201cUnless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His blood, you have no life in you.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Symbolically, communion reminds us to depend on Christ for spiritual life<\/b><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                      Summary \u00a0<\/b><\/strong>Communion is a biblical ordinance that:<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

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                      1. Reminds us of Christ\u2019s sacrifice<\/li>\n
                      2. Proclaims His death, resurrection, and return<\/li>\n
                      3. Strengthens fellowship among believers<\/li>\n
                      4. Nourishes us spiritually as we partake in Him<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        It is a holy, reverent act of worship<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0that deepens our relationship with Jesus and unites the church in faith.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What Is Discipleship?” tab_id=”1773871975767-e3ff3a05-a218″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner]\t\t

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                        Discipleship is the process of learning from Jesus and following Him<\/b><\/strong>, growing in faith, obedience, and Christlike character. It is more than knowledge; it is a relationship that transforms our life<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and equips us to influence others for God\u2019s Kingdom.<\/p>\n

                        1) Discipleship Is Following Jesus<\/h2>\n
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                        • <\/b>Matthew 28:19\u201320<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Make disciples of all nations, teaching them to obey everything Jesus commanded.<\/li>\n
                        • <\/b>Luke 9:23<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Him.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Being a disciple means living under His authority<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and prioritizing His ways above our own.<\/p>\n

                          2) Discipleship Is Learning and Growing<\/h2>\n
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                          • <\/b>Colossians 1:28<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Help others grow in Christ through teaching and admonition.<\/li>\n
                          • <\/b>2 Timothy 2:2<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Teach reliable people who can also teach others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Discipleship involves spiritual growth and passing on truth<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0to others.<\/p>\n

                            3) Discipleship Is Transformation<\/h2>\n
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                            • <\/b>Romans 12:2<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.<\/li>\n
                            • <\/b>Galatians 5:22\u201323<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Discipleship produces the fruit of the Spirit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              Following Jesus changes how we think, act, and love.<\/p>\n

                              4) Discipleship Is Community<\/h2>\n
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                              • <\/b>Hebrews 10:24\u201325<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Encourage one another and meet together regularly.<\/li>\n
                              • <\/b>Acts 2:42<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Early disciples devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Discipleship happens best in community with other believers<\/b><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                                Summary<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

                                Discipleship is following Jesus, growing spiritually, being transformed, and helping others grow in Him<\/b><\/strong>. It is relational, practical, and lifelong. Every believer is called to be both a disciple and a discipler.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is Water Baptism?” tab_id=”1773871988446-41b68593-a250″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner]\t\t

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                                Water baptism<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0is a public declaration of a believer\u2019s faith in Jesus Christ<\/b><\/strong>. It symbolizes repentance, cleansing from sin, identification with Christ\u2019s death and resurrection, and entry into the Christian community<\/b><\/strong>. Baptism is an act of obedience following faith in Jesus, not a means of salvation itself.<\/p>\n

                                1) \u00a0Baptism Represents Repentance and Cleansing<\/h2>\n

                                Water baptism signifies turning from sin and committing to follow Jesus.<\/p>\n

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                                • <\/b>Acts 2:38<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 \u201cRepent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins\u2026\u201d<\/li>\n
                                • <\/b>Mark 1:4<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 John baptized people as a sign of repentance and forgiveness of sins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  2) \u00a0Baptism Identifies Us with Christ<\/h2>\n

                                  Baptism symbolizes dying to the old life and rising to new life in Christ.<\/p>\n

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                                  • <\/b>Romans 6:3-4<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 We are buried with Christ in baptism and raised to walk in newness of life.<\/li>\n
                                  • <\/b>Galatians 3:27<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 All who are baptized into Christ have clothed themselves with Christ.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    3) \u00a0Baptism Is a Public Declaration<\/h2>\n

                                    Baptism is a way to witness your faith to others<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and join the community of believers.<\/p>\n

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                                    • <\/b>Matthew 28:19<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 \u201cGo and make disciples, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.\u201d<\/li>\n
                                    • <\/b>Acts 8:36-38<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 The Ethiopian eunuch was baptized immediately after professing faith.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                      4) \u00a0Baptism Is an Act of Obedience<\/h2>\n

                                      Baptism is an act of obedience for believers, showing submission to God.<\/p>\n

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                                      • <\/b>John 3:23<\/b><\/strong>\u2014 Jesus Himself was baptized, setting an example of obedience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                        Summary<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

                                        Water baptism is a step of faith\u00a0that:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                        1. Shows repentance and cleansing from sin<\/li>\n
                                        2. Identifies a believer with Jesus\u2019 death, burial, and resurrection<\/li>\n
                                        3. Declares faith publicly<\/li>\n
                                        4. Demonstrates obedience to Christ<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                          It is a spiritual milestone<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0in the life of every believer, celebrated as a testimony of new life in Christ.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_tabs][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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