1. God’s Discipline. How do you view God’s discipline? Do you see it as positive or negative or a combination of both? Consider and discuss Danny’s comment: How we understand discipline and process it is key here. Read Hebrews 12:1-12 and answer the following about God’s discipline: • What are the encouraging words referred to
Keep Reading…
1. Introduction. Last week (study one) we looked at the first 3 beatitudes. a. “God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs”. Matthew 5:3. b. “God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4. c. “God blesses those who are humble
Keep Reading…
1. Introduction. The Beatitudes at the beginning of the ‘Sermon On the Mount’ (Matthew chpt. 5-7) were spoken by Jesus on a hillside near Capernaum in Northern Israel. Matthew wrote his Gospel to his fellow Jews to prove that Jesus is the Messiah and to explain God’s Kingdom. Who were the Beatitudes taught to and
Keep Reading…
Introduction. As you listened to Nathan share from God’s Word on Sunday how was you ministered to? Were you challenged, encouraged, affirmed or something else? Did you learn something new about God or yourself or see something in a different light? Share with others in your group? Below is a study Nathan put together based
Keep Reading…
This week we conclude our studies of Philippians. Read Philippians 4:1-20. 1. The Power of Christ. At what stage in our life as a Christian do we begin experiencing Christ’s power? 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 1:19-20. What does Paul say about Christ’s power in his life in Philippians 3:10, 4:13? How do we daily experience
Keep Reading…