Topic: Faith
Discussion Questions:
1) What is faith? And what are some other words for faith?
2) Can you think of some examples of faith?
3) Who or what do we usually put our faith in?
4) What do you think the following verses teach about faith?
Matthew 17:20
If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, it is enough. You can say to this mountain, “Move from here to there.” And it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.
Hebrews 11:1,6
Faith is being sure of what we hope for. It is being certain of what we do not see. Without faith it’s impossible to please God. Those who come to God must believe that He exists. And they must believe that He rewards those who look to Him.
5) What are some of the results of faith, according to the following verses?
Romans 3:22
We are made right with God by putting our faith in Jesus Christ. That happens to all who believe.
Romans 5:1
We have been made right with God because of our faith. Now we have peace with Him because of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 2:8,9
God's grace has saved you because of your faith in Christ. Your salvation doesn't come from anything you do. It is God's gift. It is not based on anything you have done. No one can brag about earning it.
1 John 5:4
Everyone who is a child of God has won the battle over the world. Our faith has won the battle for us.
6) What difference does it make if we put our faith in Jesus?
Friday, October 24, 2008
Friday, October 17, 2008
Friday, October 17th
Opening Question: What do you hope for in the next 5 years?
Read the following verses, and go over any difficult words or phrases:
Jeremiah 29:11-13
"I know the plans I have for you," announces the Lord. "I want you to enjoy success. I do not plan to harm you. I will give you hope for the years to come. Then you will call out to Me. You will come and pray to Me. And I will listen to you. When you look for Me with all your heart, you will find Me."
Psalm 42:5
My spirit, why are you so sad? Why are you so upset deep down inside me? Put your hope in God. Once again I will have reason to praise him. He is my Savior and my God.
Psalm 62:5
I will find my rest in God alone. He is the One who gives me hope.
Psalm 119:74
May those who have respect for You be filled with joy when they see me. I have put my hope in Your word.
Psalm 147:11
The Lord takes delight in those who have respect for Him. They put their hope in His faithful love.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who hope in the Lord will receive new strength. They will fly as high as eagles. They will run and not get tired. They will walk and not grow weak.
1 Timothy 6:17
Command people who are rich in this world not to be proud. Tell them not to put their hope in riches. Wealth is so uncertain. Command those who are rich to put their hope in God. He richly provides us with everything to enjoy.
Hebrews 6:19
Our hope is certain. It is something for the soul to hold on to. It is strong and secure.
Hebrews 11:1
Faith is being sure of what we hope for. It is being certain of what we do not see.
Discuss the following questions:
1. What is hope?
2. What are people you know putting their hope in?
3. How is God described in the verses above?
4. What are some ways we can put our hope in God, according to these verses?
5. What are some of the benefits of putting our hope in God?
6. If you personally put your hope in God, how does that help your daily life?
Read the following verses, and go over any difficult words or phrases:
Jeremiah 29:11-13
"I know the plans I have for you," announces the Lord. "I want you to enjoy success. I do not plan to harm you. I will give you hope for the years to come. Then you will call out to Me. You will come and pray to Me. And I will listen to you. When you look for Me with all your heart, you will find Me."
Psalm 42:5
My spirit, why are you so sad? Why are you so upset deep down inside me? Put your hope in God. Once again I will have reason to praise him. He is my Savior and my God.
Psalm 62:5
I will find my rest in God alone. He is the One who gives me hope.
Psalm 119:74
May those who have respect for You be filled with joy when they see me. I have put my hope in Your word.
Psalm 147:11
The Lord takes delight in those who have respect for Him. They put their hope in His faithful love.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who hope in the Lord will receive new strength. They will fly as high as eagles. They will run and not get tired. They will walk and not grow weak.
1 Timothy 6:17
Command people who are rich in this world not to be proud. Tell them not to put their hope in riches. Wealth is so uncertain. Command those who are rich to put their hope in God. He richly provides us with everything to enjoy.
Hebrews 6:19
Our hope is certain. It is something for the soul to hold on to. It is strong and secure.
Hebrews 11:1
Faith is being sure of what we hope for. It is being certain of what we do not see.
Discuss the following questions:
1. What is hope?
2. What are people you know putting their hope in?
3. How is God described in the verses above?
4. What are some ways we can put our hope in God, according to these verses?
5. What are some of the benefits of putting our hope in God?
6. If you personally put your hope in God, how does that help your daily life?
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Friday, October 10th
Discuss the following:
1. How does the U.S. economy make you feel these days?
2. What have been some of your greatest fears in life?
3. Why do we spend so much of our energy worrying?
4. Do we usually have a good reason to worry, or not?
5. Discuss what the Bible says about fighting worry and fear:
Psalm 56:3, 4
3 When I'm afraid, I will trust in you. 4 I trust in God. I praise his word. I trust in God. I will not be afraid. What can people do to me?
Isaiah 41:10
Do not be afraid. I am with you. Do not be terrified. I am your God. I will make you strong and help you. My powerful right hand will take good care of you. I always do what is right.
Nahum 1:7
The Lord is good. When people are in trouble, they can go to him for safety. He takes good care of those who trust in him.
Philippians 4:6, 7
6 Don't worry about anything. Instead, tell God about everything. Ask and pray. Give thanks to him. 7 Then God's peace will watch over your hearts and your minds, because you belong to Christ Jesus. God's peace can never be completely understood.
1 Peter 5:7
Turn all your worries over to him. He cares about you.
6. How would you summarize all of the verses above?
Close in prayer.
1. How does the U.S. economy make you feel these days?
2. What have been some of your greatest fears in life?
3. Why do we spend so much of our energy worrying?
4. Do we usually have a good reason to worry, or not?
5. Discuss what the Bible says about fighting worry and fear:
Psalm 56:3, 4
3 When I'm afraid, I will trust in you. 4 I trust in God. I praise his word. I trust in God. I will not be afraid. What can people do to me?
Isaiah 41:10
Do not be afraid. I am with you. Do not be terrified. I am your God. I will make you strong and help you. My powerful right hand will take good care of you. I always do what is right.
Nahum 1:7
The Lord is good. When people are in trouble, they can go to him for safety. He takes good care of those who trust in him.
Philippians 4:6, 7
6 Don't worry about anything. Instead, tell God about everything. Ask and pray. Give thanks to him. 7 Then God's peace will watch over your hearts and your minds, because you belong to Christ Jesus. God's peace can never be completely understood.
1 Peter 5:7
Turn all your worries over to him. He cares about you.
6. How would you summarize all of the verses above?
Close in prayer.
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