Small Group Discussion Guide
Sermon Series: How To
Sermon Title: Build
Break the Ice:
- Have you ever built something that was wobbly and not stable?
- Why is the foundation so important when building?
Transition:
Today, in our study we will discover how to build our spiritual lives.
Bring the Word
Transition: Today let’s look at ….
Four Catagories of People
Read Proverbs 9:6
A. The ______________ (simple)
In v. 6, what are we to pursue?
Read Proverbs 22:17
B. The ______________ (wise)
In v. 17, we are to pay attention to?
Pastor Stephen mentioned a number of places to seek wisdom, what were a few of them?
Read Proverbs 1:7
C. The ______________ (fool)
In v. 7, what do fools despise?
Read Psalm 1:1
D. The ______________ (mocker)
– Which Path Are You Taking? –
Simple, Wise, Fool, or Mocker
Read Matthew 7:24-27
in v. 24, Is it good enough to just hear Jesus’ words?
What were the two foundations that Jesus contrasted?
Describe the two different outcomes as a result of the storm.
Which foundation was connected to the wise man? The foolish man?
Bring it Home:
Read James 1:22-25
Two Steps: ______________and _______________ ( Hear and Do-Act upon)
Why do you think hearing the Word and doing the Word are a necessary compliment in our lives?
In v. 25, what is the result of being a hearer and doer?
Close it out:
What was your one compelling take-a-way this week?
Anything changed in your understanding of How to Build?
Let’s Pray