In Colossians 3:1-4 Paul challenged us to develop a heavenly mindset that starts with starts with an understanding of our position in Christ. As he develops his instruction, in Colossians 3:5-11 Paul helps us see the kinds of attitudes and behaviors that are out of step with our new identity. The next section with add …
Category: Bible Study
Colossians 3:1-4 Small Group Questions
In what ways have you tried to change your behavior? (What rules have you set for yourself?)Â How have they worked? When the pressure is really on, and your flesh begins to show itself–what do you try to do to “stop”? Colossians 3:1-4 is about our position in Christ (past, present, future all rolled up …
Colossians 2:16-23 Small Group Questions
This passage challenges us to evaluate the “why?” behind the “what” that we do. Small Group Questions How has “legalism” impacted your view of God and how has “legalism” impacted your view of your own walk with God? What habits have you found helpful in assisting your development in godliness? Are they tools or rules? …
Colossians 2:8-15 Small Group Questions
This wonderful passage reminds us of the Greatness of our SaviorGreatness of our SalvationGreatness of the process of Sanctification Why do you think that many people struggle with exclusiveness of the Christian faith? What key truths distinguish or separate Christianity from all other religious truth claims? What are the benefits of your relationship with Christ? …
Colossians 1:24-2:7 Small Group Questions
Within this section of Colossians we have Paul’s mission or purpose statement–the driving goal of his ministry. So as we reflection on his mission… What is the most important thing in your life? What should be the most important things in your life? What are your priorities? What do you think God’s purpose for your …
Romans Curriculum again available
If you read this blog through an RSS feed (good for you, my recommendation Google Reader) or through email, you don’t see the changes made to the site itself (not a big deal). But you might like to know that a year-long Romans’ curriculum is now available. Â This was a curriculum developed for 28 adult …
Leaders are not to be Mules
In Mark 10:32-52 records the third time Jesus tells His disciples about His upcoming death. These three declarations (Mark 8:31; 9:31; 10:32) are give, in context, to teach His followers about discipleship–which is a key theme in Mark’s gospel. The first declaration leads to teaching them that a disciple does not have his own agenda. …