**Bible Study Discussion Guide**
**Bible Reading:**
1. John 15:5-8
2. Romans 12:2
3. 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
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**APPLICATION:**
1. In John 15:5-8, what does Jesus mean when He says, “I am the vine, you are the branches”? How does this relate to the concept of bearing fruit? [15:10]
2. According to Romans 12:2, what is the difference between being conformed to the world and being transformed by the renewing of your mind? How does this transformation occur? [09:14]
3. In 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, what are the weapons mentioned that are used to demolish strongholds? How do these differ from worldly weapons? [30:39]
4. The sermon uses the analogy of a trellis to describe Jesus’ teachings. How does this analogy help us understand the role of Jesus’ teachings in our spiritual growth? [14:19]
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**INSPIRATION:**
1. How does the analogy of the vine and branches in John 15:5-8 illustrate the importance of staying connected to Jesus for spiritual growth and fruitfulness? [15:10]
2. Romans 12:2 speaks about the renewal of the mind. What might this renewal look like in a believer’s daily life, and why is it essential for transformation? [09:14]
3. In 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Paul talks about taking every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ. What practical steps can believers take to achieve this in their thought life? [30:39]
4. The sermon emphasizes the importance of being both a disciple and a disciple-maker. How does this dual role contribute to the growth of the church and the believer’s spiritual journey? [18:38]
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**REVELATION:**
1. Reflect on your current spiritual journey. Are you more focused on the starting point of salvation, or are you actively pursuing discipleship and transformation? What steps can you take to move forward? [02:31]
2. Identify a stronghold in your mind that you struggle with. How can you apply the truth of 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 to overcome this stronghold? [28:53]
3. The sermon discusses the importance of aligning our thoughts with Jesus’ teachings. Is there a specific area in your life where your thoughts are not aligned with Christ? How can you work on this alignment? [10:02]
4. Consider the analogy of the trellis. What structures or practices can you implement in your life to ensure you remain connected to Jesus and bear fruit? [15:48]
5. Prayer is highlighted as essential for maintaining focus on Jesus’ teachings. How can you improve your prayer life to stay connected to the vine and navigate life’s challenges? [42:10]
6. The sermon mentions the importance of reframing our circumstances through the lens of Jesus’ teachings. Can you think of a recent situation where you could have applied this principle? How might it have changed your perspective? [35:40]
7. The call to make disciples is a lifelong journey. Identify one person in your life who you can mentor or guide in their spiritual journey. What steps will you take to engage with them this week? [18:38]
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