July 31, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:8, Matthew 22:36-39, John 13:1-17, Philippians 2:1-5 

What is required in order to practically step into 1 Peter 3:8? How did Jesus highlight this in Matthew 22:39? 

How did Jesus also model this truth in John 13? What does this imply about the role of humility? 

In what way can 1 Peter 3:8 apply to a current struggle you’re having with someone? Be specific.

July 30, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:8, Romans 12:15, 1 Corinthians 12:26, Ephesians 4:1-2, Colossians 3:12-14 

What does 1 Peter 3:8 say that all Christians should “have”? How does this relate to difficult relationships? 

In what way will this make Christians different than today’s world? Give an example. 

How do you typically respond to challenging relationships? How does 1 Peter 3:8 adjust you?

July 28, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:7c, Matthew 5:23-24 

In what way will marital struggles impact a Christian husband’s prayer life? Why? 

What does this imply about your marriage and walk with Jesus? Be specific. 

How will prayer always reveal any marital struggles? Give an example. What is God teaching you?

July 27, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:7c, Ephesians 4:18, 1 Thessalonians 5:17 

Given the warning, what was Peter assuming was taking place between a husband and wife? 

In what way is this assumption convicting for you? Why is it important for every couple to be praying? 

Describe your current approach to prayer. How can you include your spouse in your process?

July 26, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:7b, Proverbs 31:30-31, James 3:1-13 

Why does 1 Peter 3:7 call husbands to honor their wives? What would be an example of this taking place? 

How does Prov. 31:30-31 help clarify the idea of “honor”? Why is this important in every marriage? 

What is God teaching you about honoring in your marriage? What practical steps will you take this week?

July 25, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:7b, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:19 

In what way does 1 Peter 3:7 describe the physical comparison between a husband and wife? 

Why was this not a value statement? What are the implications when it comes to care and protection? 

How do you see this dynamic happening when couples are dating? What is the risk later in marriage?

July 24, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:7a, Genesis 3:1-20 

Describe the roles and responsibilities that God had given to Adam and Eve. Be specific. 

How do these roles provide a backdrop for a husband’s role in 1 Peter 3:7? 

How do you see this approach being overlooked today? What is God teaching you in your marriage?

July 23, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:7a, Ephesians 5:25-27, Colossians 3:19, Philippians 1:9-11 

Explain the implications of a husband being able to “live with” or “understand” his wife. 

How does Eph. 5:25-27 imply the same truth? What does this mean for husbands in their marriages? 

How often do you practice this in your marriage? What is required? What steps do you need to take?

July 21, 2018

Read:  Matthew 7:15-23, Galatians 5:17-24 

Spend time in prayer, asking God to reveal the “fruit” on the tree of your life.

Where is God asking you to change so that your exterior life better reflects “Christ in you”? 

What spiritual disciplines can you use to cultivate your spiritual life this week?

July 20, 2018

Read:  Matthew 7:15-23, Philippians 3:18-19 

How can people be “religious” yet not follow Christ? 

What practical step can you take to avoid being fake in your relationship with the Lord? 

In what ways does your current lifestyle point towards either an earthly or a heavenly focus?

July 19, 2018

Read:  Matthew 7:15-23, 21:28-31 

Why are disciples focused on God’s will above all else? How does this relate to obedience? 

In what ways have you tried to shortcut obedience in your life? Be specific. 

What specific steps can you take to more fully commit yourself to God’s will for your life?

July 18, 2018

Read:  Matthew 7:15-23, Luke 6:45 

What does nature reveal about a tree and its fruit? How does this relate to true disciples? 

What do these passages teach about the source of the things you say and do? 

How can your conversations and language be more Christlike this week?

July 17, 2018

Read:  Matthew 7:15-23, Romans 5:5, 8:9 

Explain your understanding of the Holy Spirit’s role in your life as a disciple. 

How does salvation naturally lead to good works in your life? Please give examples. 

What steps can you take this week to cultivate God’s love in your heart and on display in your life?

July 16, 2018

Read:  Matthew 7:15-23 

What do false prophets look like on the outside and inside? How are true disciples different? 

How does this passage challenge you about the importance of doing good works? 

What are some specific things you’d like to be known for actively doing for God’s Kingdom?

July 14, 2018

Read:  Genesis 3:1-7, 1 Peter 3:1-6, Ephesians 5:22-24

What can be learned about marriage struggles knowing that the enemy tempted Eve away from Adam?

Explain how the first sin highlights an inverted model for a healthy marriage.  Be specific.

What is God teaching you about the subtle ways you can fall into this trap?  How can you protect yourself?

July 13, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:6, Hebrews 11:1-6, 1 John 4:18-19

How can fear lead to sinful behavior?  How can this apply to a struggling marriage?  What will be the result?

What are you afraid of in your marriage?  Be specific.  What does this imply about your trust in God?

In what way can you redirect your fear into faith?  Pray and ask God for insight and direction.

July 12, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:5-6, Genesis 18:12, Hebrews 11:8-11

In what way did Sarah show her deference to her husband Abraham?  How was this cultural?

What are some ways this can apply today?  How do you feel about Sarah as a role model for being a wife?

How does this challenge your approach?  What are some adjustments you will start making this week?

July 11, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:4, Proverbs 27:15, Matthew 11:29, Ephesians 4:1-3, 5:24

In what way is a wife called to “be subject” to her husband?  How does being quiet and gentle relate?

How does this model Jesus?  Be specific.  What are the natural tendencies when a marriage is struggling?

How can stepping into 1 Peter 3:4 provide protection?  How is God speaking to you about your marriage?

July 10, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:1-4, 1 Corinthians 7:10-14, Titus 2:3-5, James 3:14-18

What is the primary way a Christian wife can evangelize her non-Christian husband?  Be specific.

Why will this always be a challenge?  How is this different than the world’s approach to marriage struggles?

In what way can this truth also apply to any struggling marriage?  What is your practical takeaway?

July 9, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 3:1-4, Genesis 2:18-24, Ephesians 5:22-24, Colossians 3:18 

Explain why God made woman.  How was God solving a problem?  How does this relate to marriage? 

Why is it important to remember that both man and woman were created in God’s image? 

How does this truth impact your marriage today?  What is God teaching you about your role?

July 7, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 2:18-20, Ephesians 6:9, Colossians 4:1, Philemon 1-22

What is the same or different about Peter’s instructions to servants and Paul’s instructions to masters?

In what way would this have been culturally different at the time? How is it different today?

Given your current role at work, how can you apply these instructions? Be specific.

July 6, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 2:18-25, John 15:20-21, Philippians 1:29-30

How does the idea of unjust suffering relate to the Christian life? How does it ultimately relate to faith?

In what way has this Christian truth been overlooked today? How has it had an impact on the Gospel?

What is your natural response to personal injustice? Why? How does 1 Peter 2:23 encourage you?

July 5, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 2:21-25, Romans 8:35-39, 12:19-21, Colossians 3:23-24

How does Peter’s teaching relate to Paul’s teaching in Romans? What does this imply about injustice?

In what way would this have been a challenging truth for young Christians? Be specific.

How can this apply to any subordinate/authority situation? Give an example. How does this apply to you?

July 4, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 2:21-25, Isaiah 53:9, Matthew 26:57-58, 27:11-14, 27-43

Describe the ways Jesus was treated unjustly. How did he respond? What was the result?

In what way did Peter apply Christ’s example within a working environment? Be specific.

What strikes you as the most challenging part of Christ’s example? How will you step into changing?

July 3, 2018

Read : 1 Peter 2:18-20, Luke 6:32-36, Matthew 26:47-56

 
Explain how Peter was passing on what he had been taught by Jesus. What was the context?

How did Peter apply it to a servant’s role? In what way would this have felt counter-intuitive?

How can this apply in today’s workplace? How is this challenging for you? Pray and ask God for insight.

July 2, 2018

Read:  1 Peter 2:18-20, Ephesians 6:5-8, 1 Timothy 6:1-2, Colossians 3:22, Titus 2:9-10

Describe the context of a servant and master relationship during the time of Peter’s writing.

In what way would Christian servants have been tempted to resist? How can this apply to today?

What has been your experience with a tough boss? How do you see 1 Peter 2:18-20 applying?