Small Group Discussion Guide
Sermon Series: Unshaken
Sermon Title: God’s Will
BREAK THE ICE:
Relationships are important, and knowing how to relate is so vital in the church.
Today we look at three different categories in which to relate correctly –
The three are with spiritual leaders, with others and with God
Transition: Let’s look at these more closely
DIG IN:
A. How to Relate to Spiritual Leaders
Let’s Read 1 Thess. 5:12
What three verbs are mentioned about spiritual leaders?
- They __________
2. They __________
3. They __________
Read verse 13, how are we to respond to spiritual leaders?
vv. 12 and 13 give us two ways: Give recognition and highly regard. How are these different?
The Principle here is:
Recognize spiritual leaders by their service, not their title
Transition: The second directive gives insight in . . .
B. How to Relate with Others
Let’s Read verses 13b – 15
How are we to relate with others in these scripture?
- v. 13
2. v. 14
3. v. 14
4. v. 14
5. v. 14
6. v. 15
7. v. 15
The Principle here is:
Meet people where they are, not where you expect them to be.
Transition:
We have looked at how to relate to spiritual Leaders and others, now, how do we relate to God?
C. How to Relate to God
Let’s Read verses 16-19
We find six mind and heart-set words –
- Rejoice _______
2. Pray _________
3. Give thanks __ __________
4. Don’t ______ the Spirit
5. Don’t ______ teachings (prophecies)
6. Test the _________ (all things spoken)
The Principle here is:
Be constantly aware of God’s presence in your life
BRING IT HOME:
Personal Application:
As you assess these three areas of relationship, which one is priority for you?
Your homework assignment:
Pick just one, share it if you like, and intentionally work on this relationship over the next month
What was your one compelling take-a-way this week?
Let’s Pray