Text-Driven Women

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're continuing our study in the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit by chatting through Romans 8 and the Holy Spirit as the life giver. 

Scripture Index: Romans 8; Ephesians 2

Memorize: Romans 8:26-27

Discussion Guide: 

Summarize the biblical truth shared in this lesson in two sentences. 

Read Romans 8:1-13. How is the Holy Spirit a life Giver?

What does a mind that is set on the Spirit look like in everyday life?

What have we received through Jesus' work and the presence of the Holy Spirit in our hearts (Rom. 8:15-17)? How should this change the way we live our lives?

Read Romans 8:26-39. What is true of the believer who has been given life through the Holy Spirit?

How does the ministry of the Spirit in verses 26-27 comfort and encourage you?

What encouragement can you take with you for this week from this passage?

How does this truth affect the way you live your everyday, text-driven life?

Intentional Prayer: Thank God for giving you the Holy Spirit to be with you, guide you, and intercede for you.

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're continuing our study in the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit by discussing one of five episodes in this section—the Holy Spirit is the seal on our hearts. 

Scripture Index: Ephesians 1:4; 1:13-14; 2 Corinthians 1:21-22; 2 Peter 1:10 

Memorize: 2 Corinthians 1:21-22

Discussion Guide: 

Summarize the biblical truth shared in this lesson in two sentences. 

Review the spiritual blessings found in Ephesians 1:3-14. List some of them.

How is your life different now that you have trusted in Jesus for salvation and been sealed with the Holy Spirit?

Is His seal on you obvious to the world? Explain.

Spend some time this weekend reflecting on your relationship with Christ. Make sure of your standing with Christ – eternity is at risk.

How does this truth affect the way you live your everyday, text-driven life?

Intentional Prayer: Thank God for giving you the Holy Spirit as the down payment, or guarantee, of eternal life with Him and abundant life on earth. Thank Him for being a God you can know and rest assured in.

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're launching into our study in the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit by discussing two of five episodes in this section—the Holy Spirit convicts. 

Scripture Index: John 14; John 16; Isaiah 64:6; Isaiah 5:20

Scripture Memorization: John 14:26 and Isaiah 5:20

Discussion Guide: 

Summarize today's key truth in 1-2 sentences.

Read John 14:26, 16:8, and 16:13. Describe how the Holy Spirit teaches us and guides us according to these verses.

Peruse John 15:18-25. Then read John 15:26-16:15. What were the disciples going to face shortly after Jesus' death?

Why do you think Jesus chose this moment to talk about the coming of the Holy Spirit?

Why does verse 7 say Jesus must go away? How would this be a benefit to the disciples?

How does this truth affect the way you live your everyday life?

According to John 16, what three specific things does Jesus say the Holy Spirit would convict the world about (vv. 8-11)? And why?

According to John 16:12-15, how and what does the Holy Spirit speak?

What would the world prefer you use as your guide rather than God's Word and the Holy Spirit?

Are you currently being guided by the Holy Spirit? If not, why? If so, what is the evidence? 

Notable Quote: Being led by the Holy Spirit can feel a little nebulous at times, but one thing is for sure: As your walk with the Lord deepens and your knowledge of the Word grows, you will become more and more like the One you follow. In other words, as you abide – the Spirit and His fruit will become even more evident in your life.

Intentional Prayer: Thank God for sending the Holy Spirit to teach, guide, and correct you. Ask the Holy Spirit to convict you of any knowable and unrecognized sin in your life. Commit to following the guidance of the Spirit with a teachable heart. Commit to reading God’s Word for the purpose of “opening your eyes so that you may contemplate wondrous things from His instruction” (Psalm 119:18). 

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're launching into our study in the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit by discussing one of five episodes in this section—the Holy Spirit is God.

Scripture Index: Matthew 28:16-20;  John 14:15-21; John 16; Acts 1:4-5; Genesis 1:2; Romans 8:11 

Discussion Guide: 

Summarize the biblical truth shared in this lesson in two sentences. 

Read Matthew 28:16-20. How did Jesus reveal His authority as God in this passage? What indicates the Holy Spirit has authority as God?

Why does it matter that the Holy Spirit is God?

Read John 14:15-21. How long will the Holy Spirit be with us? How is the Holy Spirit described in this passage?

Read Acts 2:1-12. Describe this scene in your own words. How was the power of the Holy Spirit tangibly felt and seen on Pentecost? Why do you think some sneered at what was taking place (v.13)? How do people still sneer at the work of the Holy Spirit today?

For what specific situations in your life do you need the Holy Spirit's comfort? Conviction? Counsel? Guidance? Power? 

How is your life different when you're relying on the Holy Spirit?

How does this truth affect the way you live your everyday life?

Intentional Prayer: Take a moment to consider the reality, power, and authority of the Holy Spirit as part of the Godhead. Thank God for the Holy Spirit's presence in your life and for the Spirit's work in making you more like Jesus (sanctification).

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're concluding our study in the Doctrine of Christ by taking a brief look at four critical questions and two crucial Christological Early Church Councils. 

Discussion Guide: 

Summarize the Council of Nicea. What was its date? 

Summarize the Council of Chalcedon. What was its date? 

What was the point of establishing early church councils? Why was it necessary?

What are some critical text-driven truths one must believe to be true about who Jesus is for salvation?

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're continuing our study in the Doctrine of Christ by being reminded of this text-driven truth—Jesus is Savior and Lord. 

Scripture Index: Leviticus 16:3-10,15-22; Heb. 10:1, 4, 10; Mark 14:12; 15:42; Exodus 12; 2 Corinthians 5:21

Scripture Memorization: 2 Corinthians 5:21

Discussion Guide: 

Summarize today’s lesson and text-driven truth in 1-2 sentences.  

Define atonement. 

Read Leviticus 16:3-10,15-22. List the things the high priest was to do on the Day of Atonement.

What was the significance of the two goats?

Read Mark 15-16. What strikes you most from this account of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection?

What is the significance of Jesus being crucified on Passover?

Why was it necessary for Jesus to die?

Read Romans 3:10-26. How does this passage help answer the previous question? 

Read the following passages and note what the blood of Jesus does for us: Romans 3:25; 5:8-9; Ephesians 1:7; 1 Peter 1:18-19; 1 John 1:7.

Define propitiation. 

Read 1 Corinthians 15:12-22 and summarize why the resurrection is so important.

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're continuing our study in the Doctrine of Christ by being reminded of Jesus is God with us. 

Discussion Guide: 

Summarize today’s lesson and text-driven truth in 1-2 sentences.  

Why does it matter that Jesus is God with us?

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're continuing our study of our third category in our Systematic Theology study—The Doctrine of Christ (Christology). In this specific episode we’re walking through how Jesus is the one true promised Messiah. 

Discussion Guide: 

Define Jesus as the Promised Messiah.  

The Messiah had been foretold throughout the Old Testament. Read the following verses and summarize each prophecy: Genesis 3:15, Micah 5:2, Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7; 53:1-6; 61:1-2. 

Why does it matter that Jesus is the Promised Messiah?

How would you explain the deliverance that Jesus offers?

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're continuing our study of our third category in our Systematic Theology study—The Doctrine of Christ (Christology). In this specific episode we’re walking through how Jesus is truly God and truly man (incarnation). 

Discussion Guide: 

List some foundational, text-driven truths about Jesus Christ—as truly man and truly God (deity). 

Define incarnation.  

Define hypostatic union. 

Read Philippians 2:5-11, again. What key characteristics of God the Son are mentioned here (v.6-7)? 

What do you think Jesus “emptied” Himself of (v.7)? 

How does Philippians 2:9-11 reinforce that Jesus is God?

Why does it matter if Jesus is truly God? (Col. 1:15-20; Heb. 9:11-15, 10:11-15)

Why does it matter if Jesus is truly man? (Rom. 5:12-19; 1 Cor. 15:20-22)

Read John 1:1-18. 

In today's episode of the Text-Driven Women Podcast, we're studying our third category in our Systematic Theology study—The Doctrine of Christ (Christology). This episode quickly walks through the names and titles of Jesus.

Scripture Index: 

Names of Jesus: 

Word in flesh (John 1:1-18), Immanuel–God with us (Matt.1:23), Lamb of God (John 1:29), bread of life (John 6:35), King of the Jews (John 19:21), and a Helper (John 14:6). He is the image of the invisible God (Col. 1:15), the radiance of the glory of God, and the exact imprint of His nature (Heb. 1:3). He is our advocate (1 John 2:1), our great high priest (Heb. 4:14), and the founder and perfector of our faith (Heb. 12:2). Jesus is the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, the ruler of the kings on earth (Rev. 1:5). He is the Alpha and the Omega, the one who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty (Rev. 1:8). He is the first and the last, and the living one (Rev. 1:17-18). Jesus is the king of kings and the lord of lords (Rev. 19:16). 

Titles of Jesus: 

Jesus is the Christ: More than 500 times in the New Testament Jesus is given this title. 

Jesus is the Son of God: Matt. 3:17; 17:5; John 3:16; 5:19-29; Heb. 1:1; Rom. 1:4; Matt. 16:16; 29:16-20; Mark 14:61; 15:39; Luke 22:70; John 20:31

Jesus is the Son of Man: Daniel 7:9-10; Mark 2:10; 10:45; 8:38; 13:26; 14:62

Jesus is Lord: Matt. 8:2; Mark 12:36-37; Luke 2:11; 3:4; Acts 2:36; 1 Cor. 12:3; Phil. 2:11

Jesus is God: John 1:1; 1:18; 20:28; Heb. 1:8; Rom. 9:5; Titus 2:13; 2 Pet. 1:1; Heb. 1:8

Discussion Guide: 

Why is a sound theological understanding of the person Jesus Christ foundational to the Christian life? 

How does meditating on the names and titles of Jesus fuel your worship of Him? 

What does this introduction to the Doctrine of Christ teach you about God? 

What does this introduction to the Doctrine of Christ teach you about man?