Bible Reading
1. Romans 12:1-2 (NIV)
“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
2. Genesis 2:15-17 (NIV)
“The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it. And the Lord God commanded the man, ‘You are free to eat from any tree in the garden; but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat from it you will certainly die.'”
3. Ephesians 2:4-7 (NIV)
“But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus.”
Application Questions
1. According to Romans 12:1-2, what are believers urged to do in view of God’s mercy?
2. In Genesis 2:15-17, what command did God give to Adam regarding the trees in the Garden of Eden?
3. How does Ephesians 2:4-7 describe the transformation that occurs through Christ?
Inspiration Questions
1. Romans 12:1-2 speaks about offering our bodies as a living sacrifice. What does this mean in the context of daily life and discipleship?
2. The sermon mentioned that Adam and Eve’s expulsion from Eden was an act of grace. How does this perspective change our understanding of God’s actions in Genesis 2:15-17?
3. Ephesians 2:4-7 highlights the grace and mercy of God. How does understanding our position in Christ (seated in the heavenly realms) influence our daily living and spiritual posture?
Revelation Questions
1. The sermon emphasized moving from merely following Jesus to being like Him. What specific steps can you take this week to embody Jesus’ character in your home or workplace?
2. Reflecting on the burden of deciding right from wrong, how can you shift your focus from stress to peace, trusting that Jesus has already taken care of what is right and wrong?
3. The sermon introduced four key postures: gratitude, authenticity, praise, and hope. Which of these postures do you find most challenging, and what practical steps can you take to cultivate it in your life?
4. How can adopting an eternal perspective, as mentioned in the sermon, help you face current challenges with confidence and joy?
5. The power of our personal stories was highlighted as a tool against the enemy. Can you share a recent experience where your faith story impacted someone else? How can you be more intentional about sharing your story?
6. The sermon discussed the importance of living out our faith in our communities. What is one way you can demonstrate the love and character of Jesus in your community this week?
7. Considering the transformation and renewal discussed in the sermon, what is one area of your life where you need to experience God’s transformative power? How can your small group support you in this journey?
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