Lord’s Day 12
Q32. Why are you called a Christian?
Because through faith I am joined to Christ and share in his anointing. I am anointed to tell others about him, to offer my whole life to him as a thank-you, to fight against sin and the devil in this life with a clear conscience, and one day to rule with Christ over all creation forever.
Scripture Proofs — King James Version
1 Corinthians 12:27
Acts 2:17
1 John 2:27
Matthew 10:32
“Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven.”
Romans 10:9–10
Romans 12:1
1 Peter 2:5, 9
Galatians 5:16–17
Ephesians 6:11
1 Timothy 1:18–19
Matthew 25:34
2 Timothy 2:12
Parent Guide
Discuss this question together
Discussion Questions
- 1
Why are you called a "Christian"?
- 2
What does it mean that you share in Christ's anointing?
- 3
How can you tell others about Jesus this week?
Illustration
When you join a team, you wear the team jersey and play by the team rules. You represent the team wherever you go. Being called a "Christian" means you are on Christ's team. You share in his name, and you represent him to the people around you.
Application
Because you are joined to Christ by faith, you are anointed to tell others about him. This week, look for one opportunity to tell a friend or classmate something about Jesus. Ask God to give you the courage and the words.