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That I May Know Him

A Bible study outline exploring a deeper relationship with God.

1. Knowing God Through His Revealed Name

1.1 The Revelation of His Name

Verses: Exodus 3:13-15; John 5:43; Acts 2:38
  • God's name reveals His nature and character.
  • The importance of understanding and using the revealed name.
  • The power and authority vested in His name.

1.2 The Significance of Jesus

Verses: John 14:9; Colossians 2:9; Philippians 2:5-11
  • Jesus is the fullness of the Godhead bodily.
  • He is the express image of the invisible God.
  • Understanding Jesus is understanding God.

2. Knowing God Through the Holy Spirit

2.1 The Holy Spirit's Role

Verses: John 14:26; John 16:13-15; 1 Corinthians 2:10-11
  • The Holy Spirit reveals the deep things of God.
  • He guides us into all truth concerning God.
  • The Spirit empowers us to understand and experience God.

2.2 Experiencing the Spirit

Verses: Acts 2:4; Acts 10:44-46; Acts 19:6
  • The initial evidence of the Spirit is speaking in other tongues.
  • The Spirit brings power for witnessing and service.
  • The Spirit transforms us into the image of God.

3. Knowing God Through Obedience and Love

3.1 Obedience and Love

Verses: John 14:15; 1 John 2:3-6; 1 John 5:3
  • Obedience is a demonstration of our love for God.
  • Keeping His commandments proves we know Him.
  • Love motivates us to follow His will.

3.2 Walking in the Light

Verses: 1 John 1:5-7; Ephesians 5:8; John 8:12
  • God is light, and in Him is no darkness at all.
  • Walking in the light means living in truth and transparency.
  • Fellowship with God is maintained through walking in the light.

4. Knowing God Through Prayer and Fasting

4.1 Prayer and Communion

Verses: 1 Thessalonians 5:17; Luke 18:1; John 15:7
  • Prayer is essential for maintaining a relationship with God.
  • Persistent prayer demonstrates our dependence on Him.
  • Through prayer, we receive guidance and strength.

4.2 Fasting and Seeking

Verses: Matthew 6:16-18; Joel 2:12; Acts 13:2-3
  • Fasting is a means of humbling ourselves before God.
  • It intensifies our focus on spiritual matters.
  • Fasting can lead to deeper revelation and breakthrough.

5. Knowing God Through Transformation and Fruitfulness

5.1 Transformation by His Power

Verses: 2 Corinthians 3:18; Romans 12:2; Galatians 2:20
  • Beholding God's glory transforms us into His image.
  • We are renewed in our minds to discern His will.
  • Our old self is crucified, and Christ lives in us.

5.2 Bearing Fruit

Verses: John 15:5; Galatians 5:22-23; Matthew 7:20
  • Abiding in Christ enables us to bear much fruit.
  • The fruit of the Spirit demonstrates our relationship with God.
  • By our fruit, others will know that we are His disciples.