Without Christ, we are spiritually dead. But in Ephesians 2:1–10, Paul reminds us of the hope we have through Jesus—God’s mercy, grace, and love make us alive in Him. In Sunday's message, Pastor Josh unpacks the reality of sin, the power of salvation, and the vision God is calling us into as a church. As we look to the future, we want to gather together and go together, so more family members, friends, and neighbors experience new life in Christ.

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

1. What does it mean to be spiritually dead (Ephesians 2:1–3)? Why is it important to remember what God has saved us from?

2. In Ephesians 2:4-5, why are the words “But God…” so powerful? How do God’s mercy, love, and grace change the way we see people who don’t yet know Christ?

3. What does it mean that we are “seated with Christ in the heavens” (Ephesians 2:6-7)? How should our position in Him shape the way we live and think today?

4. Ephesians 2:8-10 says we are saved by grace, not by works. Why does that matter? How does living out the good works God prepared for us open doors to share the Good News of Jesus?

5. As we look to the future, we want to gather together and go together so more people come alive in Christ. What excites you about that?

6. Close in prayer.