In this final installment of our “Alive with Christ” series, we dive into Ephesians 6, the final chapter of this power-packed letter.
In this message, we’ll discover why Paul is quoting the Law and how it aligns with our freedom. We’ll see the true nature of God’s discipline and how it does not provoke us to anger, the essence of praying in the Spirit, our incorruptible love for Jesus, and the power of God’s armor and its implications in our daily lives.
Get ready to be encouraged and uplifted by this transformative message that will inspire you to live victoriously in Christ!
Discussion Questions for Ephesians 6:
1. Why does Paul quote the Law in Ephesians 6:1-3? Does this challenge our freedom from the Law? Why or why not?
2. Read verse 4 and react to this statement: God’s discipline does not provoke us to anger.
3. What do verses 5 and 6 insinuate about the heart?
4. What does “receive back” mean in verse 8?
5. Read verses 10-17. What is the armor of God? How do we put it on?
6. Read verse 18. What does it mean to “pray in the Spirit”?
7. React to this statement: Paul says to always pray in the Spirit, so it can’t be about tongues.
8. Read verse 24 and react to this statement: I have an incorruptible love for Jesus.
March 24, 2024
Do James 1 and Romans 6 disagree regarding the source of temptation? Who was Simon of Cyrene? Our governor signed legislation that I disagree with. What can I do? How do we define sin? How do we know when we’ve sinned? Is it a feeling? Who are the two groups that become one in Ephesians 2? Is Old Testament consecration applicable today? Can you put the 1 Corinthians 3 passage about planting, watering, and building in context for me?
March 23, 2024
I invite you to dive into a radical, counter-cultural look at marriage. Together, we’ll uncover the heart of God and His divine design for marital union. Brace yourself for eye-opening insights as we unpack why marriage is so painful and difficult at times and what choices we can make to “give up our rights” and release our spouse, canceling their debt.
This message isn’t just for husbands or wives—it’s for everyone seeking a deeper understanding of the transformative power of Christ in relationships. Watch now, and don’t miss these truths that will challenge your whole perspective on life!
Discussion Questions for Ephesians 5:18-33:
1. Read verse 21. How was this idea radical and counter-cultural in its day? How about today?
2. Read verses 22-24. How could this be a challenging (even alarming) passage for wives? How does the context of verse 21 reveal God’s heart in the matter?
3. Read verse 25. How does “gave Himself up for her” relate to a husband’s treatment of his wife? Give examples. How does this not mean “be a doormat”?
4. Read verses 26-27. What is God’s view of the church? And God’s view of you?
5. Read verses 28-29. Consider all the ways we respect and care for our own bodies. Now relate those to a husband’s treatment of his wife. What is God trying to tell us?
6. Read verses 31-32. What exactly is the great mystery? (Notice the expressions “leave” and “join” and “one flesh.”) How does this mystery impact you personally?
March 17, 2024
Why was God mad at Balaam when he appeared to obey? Is “once saved, always saved” actually true? Should I get baptized a second time if I was already baptized as a child? What kind of authority do we have over demons? How should we exercise it? How can I find relief from intrusive thoughts about God and blasphemy? I tend to think in images and pictures. I’m wondering if there’s anything wrong with this?
March 16, 2024
I wonder if I have true faith and if I’m really saved. I struggle so much with sin, so I doubt my salvation. How can you tell if you are in the faith? What about those to whom Jesus will say, “Depart from Me“? What is “the obedience of faith” that we see in Romans 1?
March 15, 2024