Reston Bible Church Sermons

Rescued, Part 22: Marks of Gospel Ministry

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS 1. At the beginning of chapter 16, Paul lists a number of believers who have been great partners and influences in the gospel. Who would be on your “Romans 16” list of believers? 2. Why does Paul describe his ministry using Old Testament priestly language in 15:14-21? How does this imagery shape the way we think about our mission as Christians and as a “royal priesthood” (1 Peter 2:9)? 3. In 16:1-16, Paul lists a large number of sincere relationships that he has with the Roman Christians. * What keeps people from forming meaningful relationships in the church today? * What advice would you give to the person who is struggling to find meaningful relationships in the church? 4. What does it mean to be “wise as to what is good and innocent as to what is evil” in 16:19? 5. What are some subtle ways Christians can become undiscerning toward false teaching? The post Rescued, Part 22: Marks of Gospel Ministry [https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/rescued-part-22-marks-of-gospel-ministry/] appeared first on Reston Bible Church [https://www.restonbible.org].

Rescued, Part 21: Bearing with One Another When Consciences Differ

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS 1. Why does Paul call one group “weak” and the other “strong” in 14:1-2? What is he referring to? 2. What does Romans 14:6 teach us about the motivations of sincere believers who reach different conclusions? 3. How can we distinguish between a core biblical conviction that should be defended and a personal conviction that should not be imposed on others? 4. About what matters of conscience are you tempted to judge those who disagree with you? 5. Which is more difficult for you personally: not judging those with greater freedom, or not despising those with stricter convictions? Why? The post Rescued, Part 21: Bearing with One Another When Consciences Differ [https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/rescued-part-21-bearing-with-one-another-when-consciences-differ/] appeared first on Reston Bible Church [https://www.restonbible.org].

Rescued, Part 20: The Debts You Owe

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS 1. What stood out to you most from this message on Romans 13? 2. What does it mean to submit to governing authorities? 3. How can we reconcile the command to submit to governing authorities with situations where these authorities may act unjustly? 4. In what ways does love fulfill the law? 5. How does Paul’s teaching on love challenge our current societal norms and personal habits? 6. How should the idea of the nearness of salvation influence your attitudes and actions? 7. How can you “clothe yourself with the Lord Jesus Christ” as Paul advises? 8. How does the teaching in Romans 13 inspire you to live differently in the present day? The post Rescued, Part 20: The Debts You Owe [https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/rescued-part-20-the-debts-you-owe/] appeared first on Reston Bible Church [https://www.restonbible.org].

Rescued, Part 19: Evaluating Yourself

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS 1. What in the message most stood out to you? 2. How does having a correct evaluation of yourself affect your obedience to Paul’s instructions in relating to others? 3. How would you summarize all of Paul’s instructions in chapter 12? 4. What do you find most difficult in applying his teaching? In what areas do you struggle to obey? 5. Where have you experienced God’s blessing when you have obeyed His stated will for your life relating to others? 6. What’s your biggest takeaway from Romans chapter 12? The post Rescued, Part 19: Evaluating Yourself [https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/rescued-part-19-evaluating-yourself/] appeared first on Reston Bible Church [https://www.restonbible.org].

Rescued, Part 18: One Body, Many Parts

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS 1. What stood out to you in this message? 2. How have you benefited from other in the body using their gifts to impact you? 3. How do you see the body of Christ at a disadvantage because of busyness and distraction? 4. If you described your primary spiritual gift(s), what would that be? And what would be the best expression or context for using your gift(s)? 5. How did you come to clarity on your particular mix of spiritual gifts? 6. How do you navigate the reality that we are all called do some things, even if it isn’t our spiritual gift, such as evangelism, giving, being encouraging, etc.? 7. What is one step you would consider taking in living out your role an essential part of the body of Christ? ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Spiritual Gift Assessment [https://spiritualgiftstest.com] The post Rescued, Part 18: One Body, Many Parts [https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/rescued-part-18-one-body-many-parts/] appeared first on Reston Bible Church [https://www.restonbible.org].