Reflection Questions

1. Which of Eliphaz’s six “mistakes” stuck out to you and why? 

2. How is Ephesians 5:15-21 helpful in light of Job 4-5, in understanding how to be prepared to offer biblically grounded encouragement and counseling to others? 

3. In what ways does Eliphaz rely on personal experiences rather than God’s Word? Do you find yourself guilty of that, too? How can we guard against that in our own thinking and counseling? 

4. How have Job 4-5 and Ephesians 5-6 reshaped the way you view Godly friendships?

Reflection Questions

1. Given all that has happened this past week, how is Job 2-3 an encouragement to you? 

2. What does Job 2 teach us about God? 

3. What does Job 2 & 3 teach us about man/sin? 

4. How might Job 3 help to change your mindset when you are experiencing times of suffering?

Reflection Question

1. What are characteristics of Job that we see in Job 1:1-5, and why are they important for us to know about him and to consider about our own spiritual lives? 

2. What can we learn from Job’s response to sudden and intense suffering? What does his posture of worship reveal about his view of God?

3. How would you describe God’s role and Satan’s role in Job’s suffering? In light of Ephesians 6, what does Job 1 teach us about the nature of spiritual warfare and God’s sovereignty over the enemy?

4. How can we prepare our hearts to say, “The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord”? What kind of habits can help us anchor us in that kind of faith? 

5. In what ways does Job 1 challenge our assumptions about God’s role in suffering and our responsibility to trust Him? How does this passage reshape our theology of hardship and worship?

Reflection Questions

1. What do verses 23-24 reveal about the Apostle Paul’s heart (aka his desire) towards the church? How is that impactful to you? 

2. Which of the 4 desires/words stuck out to you the most, and why? Peace? Love? Faith? Grace? 

3. What was more impactful to you from verses 21 and 22: The power of sharing your testimony or the power of being a faithful friend and servant of the Lord like Tychicus? Why? 

4. How does Tychicus model or emulate Paul’s desires in verses 23 and 24 for the church and for us?

Reflection Questions

1. How alert and persevering is your prayer life? Where do you tend to drift or disengage? 

2. What role does prayer play in your spiritual warfare? (Preparation, defense, or both?) How did today’s passage possibly change your viewpoint? 

3. How do you currently pray for “all the saints”? What new routines might help you intercede for others beyond your immediate circle?

4. What does it mean to “pray at all times in the Spirit”? How does this differ from routine or reactive prayer?

Reflection Questions

1. What does it mean to “take up the whole armor of God”? Why is it necessary for standing firm?

2. Knowing that the whole armor is meant to be worn altogether, not just in pieces. In your walk with Christ, which part of the armor is strongest and which needs attention?

3. What rhythms currently help you (or could help you) “put on” the armor daily… especially in light of your marriage, parenting, church, or work where the enemy is seeking to attack us?

Reflection Questions

1. What does the Apostle Paul mean when he says our struggle is “not against flesh and blood”? How does that change the way we view conflict in our lives?

2. The Apostle Paul describes Satan as organized, powerful, and cunning. Where have you underestimated the enemy’s influence in your life?

3. The Apostle Paul commands us to “be strong in the Lord.” What does that look like practically in your daily rhythms? Where are you tempted to rely on your own strength?

4. How does knowing that Satan is a created being, not equal to God, shape your confidence in spiritual battle and motivate you to follow through with the command of verses 10-11?

Reflection Questions

1. Which of the four commands to employees/slaves resonated with you? And how does this passage challenge our cultural view of work, authority, and leadership? Respect (Vs 5), Sincere heart (vs 5), considerate (6), and pleasant (vs 7-8). 
2. What does it look like to work “as unto the Lord” in your current job or role?
3. How does this passage connect to the broader theme of walking in a manner worthy of our calling (Ephesians 4:1)?
4. In what ways can our work relationships become platforms for gospel conversations and discipleship?

Reflection Questions

1. What does it mean for children to obey “in the Lord”? How does this shape our understanding of obedience as an act of worship, not just compliance?

2. Why do you think Paul addresses fathers specifically in verse 4? What does this say about spiritual leadership and responsibility in the home?

3. What does “discipline and instruction of the Lord” look like practically? How can parents disciple their children in everyday rhythms?

4. If you’re not currently parenting, how can you support and encourage those who are? What role does the church play in helping families live out this passage?

Reflection Questions

1. Which of the five ways husbands are to love their wives stood out to you? (Sacrifically vs 25, Sanctifying vs 26-27, sensitive vs 28-29, satisfying vs 29-30, and specific vs 31-32)

2. How does Paul’s command for husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church challenge our cultural view of love?

3. In what ways does your marriage relationship serve as a witness to the gospel in your home, church, and community?

4. Verse 33 summarizes the call: husbands love, wives respect. How are you cultivating both in your marriage?