“For he has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins.”
Colossians 1:13–14
When God redeemed us, he granted us citizenship in his Kingdom. So here on earth, we are both exiles and ambassadors. As we explore what it looks like to live out this citizenship with hope and freedom, may we come with humble hearts and open hands.
Teaching
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Exiles
September 22
1 Peter 2:4-17
In this series, we explore what Scripture says about being exiles and foreigners in a world that is not our permanent home. Even in the midst of suffering, division, and confusion in our earthly nation, we can find our peace, freedom, identity, and citizenship as the chosen people of God’s Kingdom.
Series Reading Plan
These daily readings will help prepare you for the upcoming teaching you will hear this weekend at Grace Church. These passages will create some context for the sermon. Our hope is that as you follow this reading plan, it will help you become more defined and directed by Scripture.
Study Questions
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Exiles
In this series, we explore what Scripture says about being exiles and foreigners in a world that is not our permanent home. Even in the midst of suffering, division, and confusion in our earthly nation, we can find our peace, freedom, identity, and citizenship as the chosen people of God’s Kingdom.
