Doing Justice and Loving Mercy: Compassion Ministries, Student Workbook, SW16

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D O I N G J U S T I C E A N D L O V I N G M E R C Y : C O M P A S S I O N M I N I S T R I E S

(2) 1 Chron. 29.11

b. All human beings are created in the image of God, and therefore are unique, irreplaceable, and worthy of respect, honor, and care.

(1) Ps. 8.3-6

(2) Gen. 1.26-27

3. The Church acknowledges the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ as the true God, the Lord of all, 1 Cor. 10.26.

B. Jesus Christ is Lord: the Church is under the authority of Christ.

1. We believe in one Lord Jesus Christ: the second article of the Nicene Creed

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2. Messiah Jesus is exalted as head over all things to the Church.

a. Eph. 1.20-23

b. Col. 2.19

3. Ascended to the Father’s right hand and must reign until all enemies are placed under his feet, 1 Cor. 15.25

4. Pouring out gifts, empowerment, and grace on his Church through the power of the Holy Spirit, Eph. 4.7-8