In what ways has the Lord's mercy and grace been displayed in your own life, and what are the implications of this for how you view your calling?

How does your personal experience of receiving God’s mercy and grace encourage you to treat others who have not yet experienced it?

How are you fighting for your calling and your doctrine? What are the biggest enemies of fulfilling your calling and holding right doctrine?

Is the aim of your doctrine love and is the result of your doctrine praise?

Discussion Questions:

Do you have a general or specific calling from God? How did God reveal the calling to you? How has he empowered and encouraged you to follow your calling?

How does what you believe impact the way you think about and treat others?

Think about the way you personally engage in religious discussion. Are you more likely to engage in "vain discussion" and speculation or in conversation that builds up "love that issues from a pure heart, and a good conscience, and a sincere faith"?