Bible Study - FINDING THE STRENGTH: Fresh Air and Flies
Sermon-Based Bible Study – September 6, 2020
- What is something God has done for you that you are thankful for or are celebrating? How have you experienced his love and faithfulness this week?
- Where are you experiencing stress, anxiety or discouragement? How would you like to see God move in your life or in the life of someone close to you?
- What did you hear in this week’s sermon that was new or particularly interesting? Did anything stand out to you as puzzling or troubling?
- Read 1 Corinthians 14:1-4. Chris said that this passage provides a description of a prophetic moment as a work of the Spirit through someone speaking to give another strength, encouragement, and comfort.
- Can you recount a time when you received a word of comfort, strength and encouragement from another person that you know came from the Lord?
- Can you recount an occasion where the Lord gave you a word for someone else that was for their comfort, strength and encouragement?
- Have you ever received a word from Lord through another person that was difficult or challenging to hear but ultimately it strengthened and encouraged you?
- Read 1 Corinthians 14:29 and 1 Thessalonians 5:19. What do these passages suggest our attitude should be when it comes to receiving a “prophetic word”? What are some practical things we can do to make sure we properly “weigh” or “test” a prophetic word?
- When It comes to receiving a prophetic word Chris suggested that when we are unsure of whether the word is from the Lord we should: be gracious with the one sharing; seek the Lord by asking a few questions; and allow Christ-centered friends to weigh in. Which of these suggestions is challenging for you? Why? Which comes easy? Why?
- Read 1 Corinthians 13:9. What does this passage seem to imply about a prophetic word? When it comes to sharing a prophetic word with another person, Chris suggested that we make sure: it’s consistent with God’s nature and will as revealed in scripture; share humbly and in love; and leave the results to God. Which of these is the most challenging for you? Which comes the easiest?