How to Know God

Knowing God is not only about information; it is about relationship, transformation, and intimacy. Scripture shows several pathways through which we come to truly know Him.

1)  Know God Through Jesus

The clearest revelation of God is through Jesus Christ.

  • John 14:6— Jesus is the way to the Father
  • John 17:3— Eternal life is knowing God
  • Colossians 1:15— Christ is the image of God

Relationship with God begins with faith in Christ.

2)  Know God Through His Word

The Bible reveals God’s character, heart, and ways.

  • 2 Timothy 3:16–17— Scripture equips us
  • Psalm 119:105— God’s Word guides us

The more we know Scripture, the more we understand God’s nature.

3)  Know God Through the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit reveals truth and builds intimacy.

  • John 16:13— The Spirit guides into truth
  • Romans 8:16— The Spirit confirms we are God’s children

God is known personally through His presence.

4)  Know God Through Obedience

Obedience deepens our relationship with Him.

  • John 14:21— Loving God means obeying Him
  • 1 John 2:3–5— We know Him if we keep His commands

Obedience transforms knowledge into experience.

5)  Know God Through Prayer and Seeking

God invites us to seek Him with all our hearts.

  • Jeremiah 29:13— Seek Him and you will find Him
  • James 4:8— Draw near to God

Intimacy grows through time spent with Him.

 Summary

To know God is to:

  • Believe in Jesus
  • Study His Word
  • Walk with the Holy Spirit
  • Obey His voice
  • Seek Him in prayer

Knowing God is a lifelong journey of love and transformation.

What Is Communion?

Communion, also called the Lord’s Supper, is a sacrament instituted by Jesus Christ in which believers remember His death, celebrate His resurrection, and proclaim His return. It is a spiritual act of fellowship with Christ and with other believers, symbolized by bread and wine (or juice).

1)   Communion Reminds Us of Christ’s Sacrifice

  • Luke 22:19— “Do this in remembrance of Me.”
  • 1 Corinthians 11:24-25— Jesus broke the bread and said it represented His body, and the cup represented His blood, given for the forgiveness of sins.

Communion helps us remember the cost of our salvation and the love of Christ.

2)  Communion Proclaims Christ’s Death and Resurrection

  • 1 Corinthians 11:26— “For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.”

Every time we take communion, we declare our faith in His work and anticipate His return.

3)  Communion Fosters Fellowship

  • Acts 2:42— Early believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer.

Communion is not only vertical (with God) but horizontal, building unity among believers.

4)  Communion Is a Spiritual Nourishment

  • John 6:53-56— Jesus said, “Unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His blood, you have no life in you.”

Symbolically, communion reminds us to depend on Christ for spiritual life.

Summary  Communion is a biblical ordinance that:

  1. Reminds us of Christ’s sacrifice
  2. Proclaims His death, resurrection, and return
  3. Strengthens fellowship among believers
  4. Nourishes us spiritually as we partake in Him

It is a holy, reverent act of worship that deepens our relationship with Jesus and unites the church in faith.

What Is Discipleship?

Discipleship is the process of learning from Jesus and following Him, growing in faith, obedience, and Christlike character. It is more than knowledge; it is a relationship that transforms our life and equips us to influence others for God’s Kingdom.

1) Discipleship Is Following Jesus

  • Matthew 28:19–20— Make disciples of all nations, teaching them to obey everything Jesus commanded.
  • Luke 9:23— Deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Him.

Being a disciple means living under His authority and prioritizing His ways above our own.

2) Discipleship Is Learning and Growing

  • Colossians 1:28— Help others grow in Christ through teaching and admonition.
  • 2 Timothy 2:2— Teach reliable people who can also teach others.

Discipleship involves spiritual growth and passing on truth to others.

3) Discipleship Is Transformation

  • Romans 12:2— Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
  • Galatians 5:22–23— Discipleship produces the fruit of the Spirit.

Following Jesus changes how we think, act, and love.

4) Discipleship Is Community

  • Hebrews 10:24–25— Encourage one another and meet together regularly.
  • Acts 2:42— Early disciples devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer.

Discipleship happens best in community with other believers.

Summary

Discipleship is following Jesus, growing spiritually, being transformed, and helping others grow in Him. It is relational, practical, and lifelong. Every believer is called to be both a disciple and a discipler.

What is Water Baptism?

Water baptism is a public declaration of a believer’s faith in Jesus Christ. It symbolizes repentance, cleansing from sin, identification with Christ’s death and resurrection, and entry into the Christian community. Baptism is an act of obedience following faith in Jesus, not a means of salvation itself.

1)  Baptism Represents Repentance and Cleansing

Water baptism signifies turning from sin and committing to follow Jesus.

  • Acts 2:38— “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins…”
  • Mark 1:4— John baptized people as a sign of repentance and forgiveness of sins.

2)  Baptism Identifies Us with Christ

Baptism symbolizes dying to the old life and rising to new life in Christ.

  • Romans 6:3-4— We are buried with Christ in baptism and raised to walk in newness of life.
  • Galatians 3:27— All who are baptized into Christ have clothed themselves with Christ.

3)  Baptism Is a Public Declaration

Baptism is a way to witness your faith to others and join the community of believers.

  • Matthew 28:19— “Go and make disciples, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”
  • Acts 8:36-38— The Ethiopian eunuch was baptized immediately after professing faith.

4)  Baptism Is an Act of Obedience

Baptism is an act of obedience for believers, showing submission to God.

  • John 3:23— Jesus Himself was baptized, setting an example of obedience.

Summary

Water baptism is a step of faith that:

  1. Shows repentance and cleansing from sin
  2. Identifies a believer with Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection
  3. Declares faith publicly
  4. Demonstrates obedience to Christ

It is a spiritual milestone in the life of every believer, celebrated as a testimony of new life in Christ.