// Sermon Application //

1. We looked together at two commands from this passage. They were (a) "love one another with brotherly affection," and (b) "outdo one another in showing honor." In what way(s) do these commands work together?

2. What blessings have you experienced from the church (Christian community) living these things towards you? Give examples of being loved and honored well by other Christians.

3. What challenges have you faced in obeying these commands? Describe.

4. Within family life—there are many blessings and challenges to obeying these commands. What specifically challenges you to live this way towards the members of your household?
• Husbands towards wives
• Wives towards husbands
• Fathers and mothers towards children
• Children towards parents

5. Are there ways that you are expecting others in your family to love and honor the members of your family, but you yourself are struggling to show the same love and honor that you are expecting of them? Describe.

6. How have you experienced God using your obedience to these commands to make the gospel known to unbelievers?