Small Group Discussion
basics | I Thessalonians 5:12-15
- Read I Thessalonians 5:12-13.
- How does the Apostle Paul tell us to relate to spiritual leaders?
- Would you say you struggle with authority? How might you adjust your attitude this week when submitting to authority?
- What does living in peace with one another practically look like?
- Why is it so important?
- Read verse 14.
- What are some ways that you have seen the admonitions of verse 14 lived out?
- Can you think of a time when you needed the Church to be like this?
- Which of these is most difficult for you?
- Do you love people?
- How can they tell?
- How can we, as members of The Crossing, encourage the fainthearted?
- Is there someone who needs your encouragement or admonishing this week?
- How can you be like Jesus in their life?
- Read verse 15.
- Paul urged the readers to strive for kindness and not revenge. Why is it important to do good to everyone, not just believers?
- What does it mean to love your enemies? Does this trample justice?
- As a follower of Christ, how can we pursue justice inside and outside the church without being vengeful?