SERMON STUDY GUIDE

SERMON STUDY GUIDE

READ SCRIPTURE: 1 John 2:12 ? 17 ESV RESPOND:

? HEAD ? Questions to help us better understand God. ! What does it say? (Observation); What does it mean? (Interpretation) o What marks the different stages of Christian maturity? o Why is understanding forgiveness important for new believers? o Is it possible to be partially committed to both God and the world? Explain your answer.

? HEART ? Questions to help us be like Jesus. ! How does Jesus need to change your heart? (Reflection) o Why is encouragement a better motivator than guilt for growing in our relationship with Jesus? o How did your own father model God? What are practical ways fathers can be a model of God for their children? o Does "not loving the world" mean we shouldn't pursue success in our vocation and career? Explain your answer.

? HANDS ? Questions to help us join in Jesus' mission. ! How will you live and tell? (Application) o How have you been encouraged by other followers of Jesus? How could you encourage someone? Commit to encouraging at least two people this week. o What are two ways God is calling you to live set apart from the world? Be specific in your answers.

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