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1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 • 1 Peter 5:1-3 • Hebrews 13:17 • 2 Thessalonians 3:6, 10-11 Romans 12:17-19 • Luke 14:26-33 • 1 Corinthians 1:8-9 • 1 Corinthians
Why does Paul command the church to give recognition to those who serve as pastors? How should people respond to their pastors?
According to this passage, what are the responsibilities of the pastor to the people?
Why are healthy relationships among the Body of Christ so vital to unity? What hinders people within the church from developing meaningful relationships with one another?
What does the word, admonish, mean? What does Paul mean by “admonish those who are idle”?
Describe the difference between the “discouraged” and the “weak”. Why are many people reluctant to come alongside and help those in these categories?
Why did Paul conclude the section on interpersonal relationships by admonishing that church not to “repay evil for evil”? How role does grace play in our relationships with fellow believers?
Explain how believers can practice the command to “pray without ceasing.”
What are some ways the church is guilty of neglecting the importance of preaching the Word of God?
What are some practical ways Christians can obey the command to “test all things?”
What guarantee does God make to His people in 5:23-24 about holiness? What hope does this promise bring to those who are growing in faith?
DISCUSS:
How would you define Christian sanctification to a non-Christian? When does the work of sanctification begin? What is the end goal of sanctification? What role do we play in our sanctification?
What’s the difference between happiness and joy? Why do you think some Christians struggle to find joy? What can be done to experience joy and express gratitude in all things?
Why did Paul command the church to read this letter? Do you think Paul was aware that he had written inspired Scripture?
PRAY:
Pray that your faith continues to be a living faith that strives for holiness.
RESPOND:
Pick one of the eight identifying marks of holiness and focus on developing it further this week:
(Rejoice always; Pray without ceasing; Give thanks in all situations; Do not quench the Holy Spirit; Do not despise the prophecies; Test everything; Hold fast to what is good; Abstain from evil).
Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believers. If you live in our area, we would love to worship with you on Sunday mornings at 8:00a, 9:30a, or 11:15a!
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By The Ridge Community ChurchREAD:
1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 • 1 Peter 5:1-3 • Hebrews 13:17 • 2 Thessalonians 3:6, 10-11 Romans 12:17-19 • Luke 14:26-33 • 1 Corinthians 1:8-9 • 1 Corinthians
Why does Paul command the church to give recognition to those who serve as pastors? How should people respond to their pastors?
According to this passage, what are the responsibilities of the pastor to the people?
Why are healthy relationships among the Body of Christ so vital to unity? What hinders people within the church from developing meaningful relationships with one another?
What does the word, admonish, mean? What does Paul mean by “admonish those who are idle”?
Describe the difference between the “discouraged” and the “weak”. Why are many people reluctant to come alongside and help those in these categories?
Why did Paul conclude the section on interpersonal relationships by admonishing that church not to “repay evil for evil”? How role does grace play in our relationships with fellow believers?
Explain how believers can practice the command to “pray without ceasing.”
What are some ways the church is guilty of neglecting the importance of preaching the Word of God?
What are some practical ways Christians can obey the command to “test all things?”
What guarantee does God make to His people in 5:23-24 about holiness? What hope does this promise bring to those who are growing in faith?
DISCUSS:
How would you define Christian sanctification to a non-Christian? When does the work of sanctification begin? What is the end goal of sanctification? What role do we play in our sanctification?
What’s the difference between happiness and joy? Why do you think some Christians struggle to find joy? What can be done to experience joy and express gratitude in all things?
Why did Paul command the church to read this letter? Do you think Paul was aware that he had written inspired Scripture?
PRAY:
Pray that your faith continues to be a living faith that strives for holiness.
RESPOND:
Pick one of the eight identifying marks of holiness and focus on developing it further this week:
(Rejoice always; Pray without ceasing; Give thanks in all situations; Do not quench the Holy Spirit; Do not despise the prophecies; Test everything; Hold fast to what is good; Abstain from evil).
Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believers. If you live in our area, we would love to worship with you on Sunday mornings at 8:00a, 9:30a, or 11:15a!