Grow Group Questions – March 17, 2024
Announcement:
Are you a follower of Christ but have not yet been baptized? If so, please consider signing up to talk to a Pastor or ministry leader about it over the next few weeks. (Leaders, if you know of someone, please encourage them)
Icebreaker: Over what and with whom did you quarrel most when you were a kid?
Sermon Discussion – James 4:1-12
- James starts with an emphasis on conflict among people in the church.
- How do the desires in our hearts create wars in our relationships with others?
- Why do we naturally want to blame others for the conflicts we have in our relationships?
- What do you think James means by calling the church “adulterous people”? Why does he accuse them of being friends with the world?
- Reflect on the idea of bringing worldly desires and values into our faith.
- Can you identify areas in your life where you may be prioritizing worldly pursuits over God’s will?
- How do these things end up hurting our relationship with God?
Going Deeper
- Reflect on verses 7-10, which outline the process of repentance toward God
- Which do you find the most natural to implement in your life? Why?
- Which step do you find most challenging to embrace and why?”
- What practical steps can you take to cultivate humility and avoid passing critical judgments on others?
- Read 1 Corinthians 5:12-13. How can we still practice healthy judgment to help protect each other from sin?
- Is there a specific person in your life who you could show more humility?
Prayer Time
Use the last question as a prompt for prayer. We all have relationships that we need to approach with a humble heart.
Reminder for next week: Read James 4:13-17