"How Then Shall We Live?"

Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/how-then-shall-we-live-1tpnoolo9l

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion
1.) As terrifying and devastating as it will be, why should we “look forward to the day of God…” (vs. 12a)?

2.) Why is the call to live “holy and godly lives” the only appropriate response to the day of the Lord (vs. 11)?

3.) Why must we “make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with Him” (vs. 14)?

4.) What might happen if we don’t? (see verse 17)

5.) In regards to the Day of the Lord, how may we “speed its coming” (vs. 12b)? (see Matthew 24:14)

"What IS the Day of the Lord??"

Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/what-is-the-day-of-the-lord

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion
1. It is clear from the Old Testament that the Day of the Lord is a Day of Yahweh’s vengeance on the wicked. How does this picture of God’s justice and wrath toward sin impact you?

2. In what ways have we overemphasized, or deemphasized, this aspect of God’s character?

3. Jesus said there will be both a great falling away before He returns but ALSO that the Gospel will be preached to all lands. How should these two prophecies inspire us to live regardless of how difficult things may become?

"The Day of the Lord"

Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/the-day-of-the-lord

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion
1. How does knowing that the world as we know it will be destroyed by fire change your perspective?
2. In what ways is Peter seeking to stir us up to “wholesome thinking” and righteous living?
3. Why? (think through the themes of the whole book)

Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/discerning-false-teachers-week-2

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion
1. What fears or desires are in your heart that may soften you to listening to false prophecies?
2. What is the fruit of the pastors, teachers, and leaders I listen to?
3. How do they receive correction, do they accept it, or do I always feel like I’m in the wrong?
4. How can we remain in Truth as we live as “wheat among the tares?” (Matthew 13:24-30)
5. What is my attitude towards fellow brothers and sisters who disagree with me?

Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/discerning-false-teachers-week-1

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion
1. In what ways are past and present Heresies/Heretics impacting the big “C” church today? How are they affecting our little “C” church?
2. Are there any areas that you struggle with about God, the Scriptures, or the Christian Faith? If so, how can you deal with them?
3. Consider the teachers you like to listen to. What is their motivation? Are they men of sincerity desiring to serve Christ? Or are they peddlers of God’s word who desire to make money?
4. What “hard teachings” in Scripture do you wish were different?
5. Is a preacher’s popularity a good sign, a warning sign, or no indication whatsoever? Why?

"Watch Out For Wolves"

Digital Bulletin--https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/watch-out-for-wolves

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion
1.) Are you “planted” deeply in God’s Word right now? (see Psalm 1; 2 Timothy 3:16-17)

2.) What are you tempted to go back to, like a dog to its vomit? What voices in your life may be encouraging you in that direction?

3.) Who are you listening to on a regular basis that holds influence over you? (e.g. blogger, musician, preacher, etc.)

4.) Evaluate them against the characteristics outlined by Peter in 2 Peter 2.

5.) If you are not sure, who may you talk to that may help you discern?

Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/faith-received-faith-perceived

Discussion Questions::

Are we knowing God through a working knowledge, or a walking knowledge?

What are you furnishing your faith with?

How can you help a neighbor build upon their faith to keep it increasing?

Are you growing weary of the process of continuing to furnish the faith you have been given?

Are you fighting any fears or doubts that you have been given what only God can provide?

Digital Bulletin

https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/the-path-to-peace

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion:

• If the enemy of God could sneak around and take you out, how might he do it?
• What lie or deception could he use to sneak up behind you?
• What idea or belief has greatly influenced you but you’ve never really tested it?
• What causes you to have less joy and peace, or more fears and worries?

"Three Appeals"

Digital Bulletin--https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/three-appeals

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion

What does Peter base his appeal to the elders on? Why do you think?

Why is the role of elders to the church so important?

What makes the role of elders uniquely difficult?

Describe the relationship between the elders and congregation.

What attribute does Peter command us to have toward one another? Why is this so important?

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Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion

1. What attitude, perspective or expectation might you need to change in order to be ready to suffer well and even rejoice when you face suffering?

2. What changes in attitude and actions do you need to make in order to suffer well, remembering that God’s judgment will bring perfect justice in the end?

3. What changes in attitude and actions do you need to make in order to help those who don’t yet know Jesus come to know Him? Even those who cause you or your loved ones to suffer?