Discussion question for December 18, 2009.

A “soul tie” is a bonding together of two souls such as a husband and wife in marriage.  What is God’s purpose for creating us with the capacity to be bonded together with another soul?  How can we maximize this in our “one-flesh” relationship?  What can we do to overcome soul ties that are harmful?  What about relationships from our past?

Discussion question for December 11, 2009

Are some sins worse than others?  Sin is sin, relative to perfection.  But is there a continuum of sin from “white lies” to the “unpardonable sin?”  How can you measure the “worseness” of sin?  What impact might this have on your choices and how you live your life today?

Discussion question for December 4, 2009 – No meeting on November 27, 2009.

Jesus said: “Do not judge, or you too will be judged.”  What tempts you to be judgmental?  How does that attitude affect you?  What difference is there between judgment and discernment?  How can you manage your life so that you obey the command to not judge?

When we pray for someone that is sick or helpless, is it for their benefit?  For our benefit?  For God’s benefit?  Does our prayer play a role in influencing God?  How does that work, since God is sovereign?

Discussion question for November 13, 2009.

There can be several motives for obedience.  What are some of the promises of God that are conditioned on obedience?  How does that affect our relationship with Him?  How can we know His commandments that we need to obey?  What does a mature relationship with God look and feel like?

Discussion question for November 6, 2009.

Jesus taught about faith and had some amazing things to say about how it can be used.  Is there a difference between faith and belief?  Are the promises of faith applicable to us today?  Can we move mountains, curse fig trees, cast out demons, feed multitudes, calm storms?  What are we supposed to do with faith, once we have it?

Discussion question for October 30, 2009.

We talked about anger as an emotion, not just an action.  Pent up anger creates problems from the inside out.  What can we actually do to reduce our anger?  How do we release it at the source?  What can we do to limit anger intake?  What strategies will you implement in the coming week for your anger management?

Discussion question for October 23, 2009.

What does anger do to me?  Is there an appropriate time for anger, and how would I recognize it?  How can I determine if I’m (too) angry?  What should I do about anger?

Discussion question for October 16, 2009.

Insurance products offer protection against loss.  How should a Christian approach the use of insurance products?  Should we “trust God only” as an act of faith?  Are there circumstances where risk transfer through insurance is prudent?  What does God’s character indicate about His will in this matter?

Discussion question for October 2, 2009.

Retirement is a cultural concept embraced by most Americans as a time in older age when we cease from work and enjoy the fruit of our labor.  Is this compatible with Christianity?  Planning for retirement includes financial and physical goals.  What portion of today’s resources should be dedicated to that future purpose?  How does this impact (demonstrate) our faith in God as provider?