Pastor Scott continues the Exiled in America series. In this sermon he develops the theme of living a distinctively Christian life from 1 Peter 3:8-22.
Growth Group Questions:
- Describe someone who you have known that was a great example of a “Very Christian” person. How did that person impact your life?
- Read Romans 1:28-31. Does the inclusion of gossip in this list surprise you? What does this teach you about God’s perspective on gossip? Why is gossip so dangerous to churches?
- Describe a time when someone encouraged you through sympathetic behavior? How did your emotions and perspective change during this demonstration of sympathy?
- What are some ideas for activities that you would enjoy doing for the purpose of developing brotherly love amongst the GCBC family?
- What are some of the blessings you have received because of your life as a Christian? What are some verses that highlight some of the blessings of the Christian life?
- Read Philippians 2:1-11. How would you attempt to describe Jesus’ humble action of leaving heaven and taking a human body? Why does Jesus’ humble actions result in him being highly exalted?
- How does Jesus being all-powerful encourage you to live a distinctively Christian life? How does Jesus being holy encourage you to live a distinctively Christian life?
- Read 1 Kings 18. How does the example of Elijah strengthen your resolve to live a distinctively Christian life?