Cruciform and Cruciformed
Discussion Questions:
What stood out to you about this passage? Why?
Through the cross, our sins have been paid for. Describe a time when you experienced the freedom of knowing that Jesus has fully paid the debt of your sin. Is there a sin in your life where it feels difficult to believe that you have been fully and freely forgiven?
Through the cross, our lives are transformed. Think of a difficult relationship in your life. How should the sacrificial, humble, selfless love of Christ impact how you navigate that relationship?
Through the cross, our care is secured. When have you experienced God's perfect care? When has he provided for you physically? When has he provided for you spiritually? What area of life do you feel like you are lacking in now, and what do you think God is doing to care for you?
1 Peter 2:24-25 (ESV)
He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. For you were straying like sheep, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.