The Church is Equipped – AIR Study

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Church Is...-Craig Smee

Bible Reading

1. Matthew 24:14 – “And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.”
2. 2 Peter 1:3 – “His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.”
3. John 16:7 – “But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you.”

Application Questions

1. Reflect on your daily life: Are there inanimate objects or material setbacks that you allow to control your emotions? How can you shift your focus to a more spiritual perspective?
2. Revival starts at home. What are some practical steps you can take to foster spiritual growth and discipleship within your household?
3. Living a godly life is a daily commitment. How can you ensure that your actions and attitudes from Monday to Saturday reflect your faith in Jesus?
4. The sermon emphasized the importance of being born again through the Holy Spirit continually. How can you seek a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit in your daily life?
5. The church is not a self-help program but a place for supernatural equipping. How can you move beyond just attending church to actively being the church in your community?
6. Think about a recent situation where you reacted in the flesh rather than in the spirit. How could you have handled it differently by embracing the divine rights of heaven?
7. The sermon mentioned the importance of being equipped through preparation and cared for by divine intervention. What steps can you take to prepare yourself spiritually for the work God has called you to do?

Inspiration Questions

1. What does it mean for the gospel to be preached to all nations, and how does this relate to the church’s mission?
2. How can understanding that God has given us everything we need for a godly life (2 Peter 1:3) change our daily behavior and mindset?
3. Why is it significant that Jesus said it was better for Him to go away so that the Advocate (Holy Spirit) could come?
4. How does the concept of being “born again” through the Holy Spirit, as discussed in the sermon, impact our understanding of spiritual growth and transformation?

Revelation Questions

1. According to Matthew 24:14, what must happen before Jesus can return?
2. In 2 Peter 1:3, what has God given us to live a godly life?
3. What does Jesus say about the necessity of His departure in John 16:7?
4. How does the sermon describe the role of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives?

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