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? …
Category: Colossians
What is the sentence of your life? (part 2)
If you are interested in having more clarity as to your personal purpose, mission or vision–let me recommend a resource provide by the good people at LifeChurch.TV. (LifeChurch.TV is fantastically generous with the resources they develop–great model of ministry. If you have a smart phone let me recommend the YouVersion apps.) Vision–The Chazown Experience An …
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? …
What is the sentence of your life (part 1)
Interesting Question? Can you define in one sentence the purpose, goal and drive of your life? Paul knew his sentence–read Colossians 1:24-29 and Colossians 2:1-5 in which he identifies his calling and purpose which drove him to give his all. If you would like the clarity that comes from being able to articulate your “sentence” …
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 …
Colossians 1:15-23 Small Group Questions
Paul concludes his long introduction with a focus on who Jesus is and what He did. Before looking at the questions in your small group, you will want to spend extra time reading, rereading, meditating and contemplating the truths of this passage. Small Group Questions 1. How often do you stop to contemplate the character of God …
Colossians 1:9-14 Small Group Questions
Paul’s purposeful prayer. 1. If God were to grant you one guaranteed request for yourself, what would you ask for? (Just one! And it can’t be for unlimited requests!) 2. How does Paul’s purposeful prayer–“so that”–challenge your prayer life? 3. What cost would you pay in order to please God? 4. When it comes to …