January 31, 2018

Read:  1 Corinthians 16:12, 1:10-15, Acts 18:24-28, 1 Corinthians 15:9-11 

Describe the four spiritual clicks that had formed in the Corinthian church. Why did this happen? 

Explain the difference between appreciating a leader’s giftset and an unhealthy elevation of a leader. 

How did Paul indirectly address this problem in 1 Cor. 15:9? How do you need to adjust your perspective?

January 30, 2018

Read:  1 Corinthians 16:10-11, Acts 16:1-3, 19:22, 1 Timothy 4:11-15, 2 Timothy 1:7-9 

Why was Paul able to anticipate a less than encouraging response to Timothy’s arrival in Corinth? 

What does this imply about the way other churches had treated Timothy? How did this impact Timothy? 

In what way can church congregations unknowingly burn out their Pastors? How can this be prevented?

January 29, 2018

Read:  1 Corinthians 16:10-12, 1:11-12, Ephesians 4:11-16 

Why did Paul alert the Corinthians about Timothy’s visit? Who were they hoping would come? Why? 

In what way did they have a sinful attitude? How have you seen this happen in Christianity today? 

What is ultimately at the root of the issue? How do you need to be on guard and protect yourself?

January 20, 2018

Read:  Acts 2:44-47, 2 Chron. 31:2-10, Mat. 6:19-24, Luke 21:1-4, 1 Cor. 16:1-2, 2 Cor. 9:7-8 

Why is tithing and financial giving to the church important to God? What does it reflect? 

What standards should Christians use for tithing/giving? How does this challenge your approach? Why? 

What steps of faith does God want you to take for financially giving to PCC in 2018? Be sure to pray!

January 19, 2018

Read:  Acts 2:44-47, Romans 12:3-8, Hebrews 10:24-25, Ephesians 4:1-7 

In what way is spiritual growth a team effort? Why is isolation risky for any Christian? 

How can this topic be countercultural today? Give an example. How can this be a struggle for you? 

How would you rate your PCC relationships/commitment to the church? How will you improve this year?

January 18, 2017

Read:  John 1:12-13, Romans 8:15-17, 2 Cor. 6:16-18, Galatians 4:4-7, 1 John 3:1-2 

What spiritually happens when someone becomes a Christian? (i.e. adoption, family) 

What does this imply about Christian relationships? Why is this important for spiritual growth? 

How does this challenge your perspective about church? What action steps is God prompting you to take?

January 17, 2018

Read:  Matthew 28:20, John 15:1-12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:5-12 

Explain how “teaching” and “observe” relate to one another. Why is this important for spiritual growth? 

What happens with a “teaching only” approach? How can Community Groups & Daily Devotionals help? 

Specifically, what intentional steps of spiritual growth will you put in place this year?

January 16, 2018

Read:  Matthew 28:18-19, John 1:35-50, Acts 10:19-48 

What approach did the New Testament Christians use to promote Jesus with family and friends?

What was the result? How could the same thing happen in today’s cultural context? Give an example. 

How does this encourage you to do the same? What are some specific steps you will take in 2018?

January 15, 2018

Read:  Matthew 4:18-20, 9:36-38, 28:18-19, Acts 1:8, Romans 10:14-15 

How does today’s reading highlight God’s calling for every Christian? What is at stake?

How do you see this happening in your life? Why? What does this highlight about you and God? 

What growth steps will you take in 2018? Be specific. How can you better use the tools PCC provides?

January 13, 2018

Read:  Proverbs 3:9-10, 2 Corinthians 9:6-9, Matthew 6:25-33 

Explain the “reap and sow” principle when it comes to giving to God. How does this relate to the widow? 

When the average Christian gives 3% of their income to God, what does this reveal? What about you? 

In what way should giving to PCC be an act of faith? How does God want you to take more steps of faith?

January 12, 2018

Read:  Luke 18:18-27, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19, 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?

January 11, 2018

Read:  1 Corinthians 16:1-4, 2 Corinthians 8:16-24, 1 Peter 5:1-4, 1 Timothy 5:17-18 

In what way are Christians accountable to give to the local church? How are church leaders accountable? 

How can second-guessing church leadership become a ploy to avoid giving? Give an example. 

Describe ways you can fall into this trap. How is God challenging you to adjust your perspective?

January 10, 2018

Read:  1 Corinthians 16:1-2, Mark 12:41-44, Luke 11:42, 2 Corinthians 9:11-15 

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

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

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

January 9, 2018

Read:  1 Corinthians 16:1-2, 2 Corinthians 8:1-15, 9:7, 1 Timothy 6:17-19 

How does Paul describe a Christian’s attitude when it comes to giving to God? Why is this important? 

In what way can giving to God and the church actually become ungodly? Give an example. 

How does this challenge your attitude toward giving to the Lord? What does this reveal about growth?

January 8, 2018

Read:  1 Cor. 16:1-2, Lev. 27:30-34, Num. 18:21-24, Prov. 3:9, Neh. 10:35-39, Heb. 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.

January 6, 2018

Read:  Mark 12:29-34, John 3:17 

Love should be priority #1. Has Christianity’s pursuit of justice/righteousness of others gotten in the way of love? 

Why do you think non-Christians may look at Christians as non-loving, judgmental, and insensitive? 

What will you do to ensure those who you encounter will encounter God’s love first and foremost?

January 5, 2018

Read:  Matthew 5:43-48 

Jesus takes the idea of loving others to a new level commanding us to love our enemies. How did Jesus live this out? 

We’ve all heard this command before, but have you ever stepped into it? What does loving enemies look like? 

Pray for those who oppose you and for those who are enemies of Jesus, that they may turn and know Him.

January 4, 2018

Read:  1 John 4:7-21 

In what ways is loving God and loving others connected? 

Have you ever thought about loving others as being this significant in your faith? 

How are you encouraged by God’s love and motivated to love others by reading this Scripture?

January 3, 2018

Read:  1 Corinthians 13:4-7 

The Corinthian church was divided. How would this passage have challenged that group of divided people? 

When considering those who are difficult for you to love, what specifically on this list is a challenge for you? 

Spend time to meditate on and memorize 1 Cor. 13:4-7. Ask the Lord for strength to always love like this.

January 2, 2018

Read:  John 13:34-35 (three times) 

Think through and write a list of all the amazing ways Jesus loved people throughout the Gospels. 

Are you loving all people like Jesus loved people? In what areas could you improve? 

If we love like Jesus, we’ll point people to Him. Who are you pointing towards Jesus in the way you live out love?

January 1, 2018

Read:  Romans 15:1-13 

Paul urged the Jews and Gentiles to build each other up. Why was this so difficult for them? 

Are there people in your life that are different from you that you have difficulty getting along with? Who? 

How does v. 7 motivate you to love those who are different? What steps will you take to accept everyone?