(Part of the Being Faithful to Jesus Where We Are(12) series)
by Glen Osborn(159) on October 20, 2024 (Worship Service(171))
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Small Group Questions October 20, 2024
Being Faithful to Jesus in Our Neighborhood
1 Peter 3:13-17; 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12
Share a time where you have been faithful to Jesus in your neighborhood – how He has given you opportunities to be His light.
Read 1 Peter 3:13-17. Have you ever been mistreated in your neighborhood because of being a Christian? Are your concerned about that happening?
What guidance does this passage give for those who are facing mistreatment? What are we to do?
What are we to be ready to do? Have you ever had someone ask you for the reason for your hope? Why would someone do that? How do we respond?
What does it look like when we are gentle and respectful in sharing our hope in Christ? What would be the opposite of this and why should we avoid it?
Read 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12. What kind of a life is a Christian to live? Why would this be important in being a good neighbor?
Do you know all the neighbors near you? How can you be ready to share your hope in Christ with them – what are some specific, practical things you can do.
Read 2 Corinthians 5:18-20. What does it mean to be an ambassador? What is our message? What difference does this make in our perspective on loving our neighbors?
Prayer
Write down the names of at least 4 of your neighbors. Begin to regularly pray for opportunities to show them love.