September 30, 2016

Read:  Mark 12:41-44, Luke 11:42, 2 Corinthians 9:11-15

Based on OT tithing mandate, what percentage of income were the rich people giving in Matthew 12?

How does that contrast to the widow’s giving? What does this imply about motives when giving?

How does this challenge your current approach to giving at PCC? How can you be more devotional?

September 29, 2016

Read:  Mark 12:41, Leviticus 27:30-34, Numbers 18:21-24, Proverbs 3:9, Hebrews 7:5

In what way were the Old Testament Jews required to give to the Lord? (i.e. “tithe”)

How did the “tithe” apply to all sources of gross income? How did this prevent spiritual loophole giving?

How does your approach to giving compare? Ask God to reveal any spiritual loopholes you may be using.

September 28, 2016

Read:  Luke 18:18-27, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Ecclesiastes 5:10, Matthew 6:24

In what way was Jesus testing the values and motives of the young ruler in Luke 18? What was the result?

How does our approach to money become a value statement? Left unchecked, why is this spiritually risky?

How does money tempt you? What does your spending reveal? How can you be more intentional to give?

September 27, 2016

Read:  Matthew 6:19-21, Proverbs 6:6, 2 Corinthians 12:14, 1 Timothy 5:8, 6:17

What are the different ways God wants you to be responsible with your money? Be specific.

How does this relate to “treasures in heaven”? In what way can these two perspectives get out of balance?

Where do you need to be more balanced? What specific steps is God challenging you to take?

September 26, 2016

Read:  Matthew 6:19-21, Luke 12:13-20

What central warning is Jesus giving when it comes to “laying up treasures”? Why?

What is required in order to “lay up”? How does this apply to intentional giving at PCC?

How does this challenge your current approach? Be specific. How will you change?

September 24, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:27, Ephesians 5:23, Colossians 1:17-18, 24

From a practical standpoint, what does it mean when the church is described as the body of Christ?

What are the implications of responsibility for both a church and its members? Be specific.

How does this change your prior view of church? What adjustments does God want you to make?

September 23, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:18, 24b, 4:3-5, 2 Corinthians 5:6-10, Matthew 20:24-27

Explain what is meant by “greater honor” in 1 Cor. 12:24b. How does it relate to 2 Cor. 5:10?

Describe how this might look at a church. Why is this important to remember for Team PCC application?

What is the risk when this truth is overlooked? How does this encourage you to participate on Team PCC?

September 22, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:24b-27

What does verse 26 imply about the type of relationships that should be taking place at church?

What is required in order for this to happen? How will this help to build chemistry?

How does God want you to grow in this area? Be practical. Pray and commit it to the Lord right now.

September 21, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:19-24a, John 17:20-26, 1 Peter 5:8

Why is church unity so important for spiritual protection? How did Jesus’ prayer highlight this truth?

What does this imply about an independent attitude toward church? In what way is this ultimately pride?

How has this happened to you? What will you do to expand your network of spiritual protection this week?

September 20, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:12-24a, Ephesians 4:4-7, 1 Peter 4:10

Explain the God-given responsibility that every Christian has within the church. Why?

How does this ultimately relate to unity and chemistry? What happens when this is overlooked?

What is God teaching you about your role at PCC? How does God want you to be part of the team?

September 19, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:19-24a, Philippians 2:1-4

What primary warning was Paul giving to the Corinthian church? Why?

How can Christians today fall into this trap? In what way is this a countercultural truth today?

How does this ultimately impact the church? What is God teaching you about heeding Paul’s warning?

September 17, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:12-18, 1 Timothy 4:14-15

How does unity and diversity relate to spiritual gifting within the church? In what way is it a benefit?

What happens when Christians aren’t using their spiritual gifts? Give an example. 

What does it imply about a Christian’s personal and spiritual responsibility? How will you step into that at PCC?

September 16, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:8-10, 28, Romans 12:6-8, Ephesians 4:11

What is implied by the three spiritual gifts listed in scripture? (i.e. differences) Why is this important?

What are the differences and similarities between a natural talent and a spiritual gift?

How can a talent help identify a spiritual gift? How can Team PCC help you confirm your gift?

September 15, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:4-7, 14-18, Romans 12:3-6a

Why does God give Christians spiritual gifts? What can happen if the “purpose” is misunderstood?

In what way will this negatively impact the effectiveness of a church? How have you seen this happen?

How have you been blessed by others using spiritual gifts? How does this encourage you to use yours?

September 14, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:13-14, Matthew 3:11, John 3:5, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Gal. 3:26-28

What two things spiritually happen when someone becomes a Christian? How does this relate to church? 

In what way does this highlight the difference between attending and participating in church?

How does it make you feel knowing you have a spiritual role at PCC? How does it challenge you?

September 13, 2016

Read:  Matthew 10:40, 25:44-45, John 17:20-23, 26, Acts 9:1-5, Ephesians 1:15-23

In what way did Jesus describe His relationships to Christians? How would this also apply to the church?

What does this highlight about the role of “the church” today? (i.e. hands and feet of Jesus)

Why is it important for Christians to embrace this truth? How can you do a better job of embracing it?

September 12, 2016

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Romans 16:1, 1 Corinthians 6:5-8, Eph. 5:22-27, 1 Peter 5:1-4

List the four metaphors scripture uses to describe the church. What is the same between all four?

What does this imply about church being a building? Why is this important for Christians to understand?

How does this challenge your previous perspective on church? What difference does this make for you?

September 10, 2016

Read:  2 Corinthians 2:14-17, John 16:33, 1 John 4:4, Psalm 41:11, 54:7, 59:10

How are you specifically encouraged by the John, 1 John, and Psalm passages?

What have you learned (and put into practice) this week regarding “living an impactful Christian life?”

What is one way you need to better “follow Jesus regardless of circumstances” and “trust God for the results”?

September 9, 2016

Read:  John 3:16-21, 1 Peter 2:5-7, 2 Corinthians 3:4-6

How does John 3:16-21, and the two different responses to God’s love, relate to those you know around you?

Read 1 Peter 2:5-7. How is Jesus pictured? How are believers pictured? What is the believer’s role?

Read 2 Corinthians 3:4-6. How does this encourage/challenge you to “live an impactful Christian life?”

September 8, 2016

Read:  2 Timothy 2:1-13, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 & 15:57-58

Read 2 Tim. 2:1-13. How can these verses specifically help you “follow Jesus” (Pt#1) & “trust God” (Pt#2) today?

Read the 1 Corinthians passages. What was Paul’s approach/view to “living an impactful life” for God?

What are some ways today you can “become all things to all people, that you (God!) might save some”?

September 7, 2016

Read:  2 Corinthians 2:15-16a, Ephesians 5:1-2, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

How does Ephesians 5:1-2 relate to 2 Corinthians 2:15-16a? What is the significance of our connection to Jesus?

Read 1 Cor. 1:18-25. Compare/contrast “word of the cross” (folly/power), “wise & foolish,” & “aroma” (life/death).

How do these passages encourage you to live an impactful life where you “trust God for the results” (Point #2)?

September 6, 2016

Read: 2 Corinthians 2:14, Romans 6:22 & 8:35-39, Ezekiel 20:41

How do the Corinthians and Ezekiel passages relate to each other? What is the purpose of the “smell?”

How does 2 Corinthians 2:14 & Romans 6:22 shape the way God sees you, and the way you see yourself?

How does Romans 8:35-39 encourage you as you “follow Jesus regardless of circumstances” (Point #1)?

September 5, 2016

Read:  2 Corinthians 2:12-17, Colossians 2:13-15, Galatians 2:20

According to the 2 Corinthians passage, how did Paul see himself being led and used by Christ?

How does this passage encourage and challenge you to “live an impactful Christian life”?

In the Colossians passage, what has Jesus done for you? What should your response be? (e.g. Galatians 2:20)

September 3, 2016

Read:  1 Peter 1:1-7

Who was Peter writing to? What counsel did he give them? Be specific.

What does this highlight given Emperor Nero was persecuting Christians at that time?

How does Peter’s counsel help and encourage you given the current political landscape today? Be specific.

September 2, 2016

Read:  Matthew 5:13-16, Colossians 3:17

What does it mean for Christians to be “salt” and “light”? How does it apply to everyday life?

In what way will this be different for every Christian? What does this imply about a political application?

Why is this important to remember? How does this adjust your perspective on voting?

September 1, 2016

Read:  Matthew 22:15-22, Romans 13:1-7, Titus 3:1

How did the Pharisees try to politically trap Jesus into a two-party system? (i.e. Pharisees & Herodians)

How did Jesus respond? How did Paul highlight this same truth in Romans 13 and Titus 3?

What does this imply about today’s political parties? Why will they always be spiritually flawed?