What have you heard people say about the bad behavior or character of Christians? What do you think Jesus meant in Matthew 12:33 that “a tree is known by its fruit”? How we behave as Christians matters. See what Jesus says about this in John 15:8. John 15:8 “By this my Father is glorified, that […]

When Jesus and His disciples traveled from place to place, they walked. What do you think they did as they walked? The Bible uses the image of walking to convey the idea of how we go through life. Some Bible translations replace the word “walk” with terms like “behave,” “act,” or “live.” They all describe

How have you noticed the Holy Spirit’s presence in your life this week? As we mature in Christ, we become more aware of the Spirit’s work in our lives. LIFE THROUGH HIS SPIRIT If you had a pacemaker surgically implanted in your heart to keep it functioning, in what ways do you think you would

How would your life be different if Jesus were still on earth and could come stay in your home? God’s presence is a daily reality for us through the gift of His Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity. Discovering more about the Holy Spirit and why God chose to place His Spirit in

You are a new creation in Christ with a new identity! You have a story to tell of how that change happened and the difference it has made in your life. In the book of Mark, we read about one man whose life changed dramatically when he came to know Jesus. Jesus saved him and

Understanding our identity in Christ helps make it possible for us to live as the new creation that God has made us. But it is only the first step. What do we do when we find ourselves living as the old self rather than the new self? Consider the following situation: “I am so frustrated,”

What did you discover in the last conversation that changes how you answer the question, “Who am I?” What are some aspects of how God sees you that may be difficult for you to accept? Romans 12:2 explains that there are things that hinder us from embracing God’s truth and allowing it to change our

As followers of Jesus, our view of God is very important. It is also essential for us to understand how God views us. If God were to introduce you to a group of people, what do you think He would say about you? Why do you think He would say that? Some of the deep

What is your reaction to perfumes or fragrances? Do you ever recognize a fragrance, or does a fragrance ever bring up a memory? 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 uses the analogy of fragrance to depict how those who know God impact other people. In Roman times people waved fragrant branches as the victorious army paraded into the

What do you enjoy doing with the people who are closest to you? How does knowing someone well make a difference in what you do together? INVOLVE GOD IN EVERY PART OF LIFE The people we know well are an important part of our lives. Discuss: What is implied by the image of Jesus coming