Philippians 3:10-11
“I want to know Christ and experience the mighty power that raised Him from the dead. I want to suffer with Him, sharing in His death, so that one way or another I will experience the resurrection from the dead!”
Discover
1. What two things does Paul say he wants in these verses? What tone do you imagine he has when he says this?
2. Why does Paul want to share in the suffering and death of Christ?
3. How would you describe power that raises someone from the dead?
Respond
1. What would it look like for you to experience the kind of power that raised Jesus from the dead in your everyday life? If you are a follower of Jesus, this same power lives in you giving you power to face fears, overcome sin, love others and live for Jesus! Listen to the words of this song today and worship Jesus for the truth of them.
2. Ask God to continue to grow your perspective into an eternal one. Pray that you can grow to the point of loving Jesus so much that you look forward to the day when you can be reunited with Him.
For Families with Kids at Home
Today, reflect on what has helped you most in your life to know Jesus. Then, take time to share that “thing” with your kids.