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Walk Worthy of the Kingdom 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12. DISCUSSION GUIDE. Nik Wallenda. DISCUSSION GUIDE. DISCUSSION GUIDE. DISCUSSION GUIDE. H.B. Warner as Jesus. DISCUSSION GUIDE. DISCUSSION GUIDE. DISCUSSION GUIDE. DISCUSSION GUIDE.
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Walk Worthy of the Kingdom 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12
DISCUSSION GUIDE Nik Wallenda
DISCUSSION GUIDE H.B. Warner as Jesus
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 1. What was the significance of Paul evoking two witnesses about his actions among the Thessalonians? (1 Thessalonians 2:10) Walking worthy for Christ involves the outward expression and the inward commitment so Paul was appealing to both.
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 2. Would others look at your life and testify that you are walking as a Christ-follower?
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 3. If you had to stand before God today would He say, “well done?”
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 4. What 3 characteristics did Paul refer to that are necessary for a worthy walk? (v. 10) a. Holiness – Relationship to God and others b. Righteousness – Relationship to men in a manner consistent with the Word. c. Blamelessness – Not being sinless but being blameless when accusations are hurled
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 5. How does the phrase in (v. 10) “…our conduct was toward you who believe” exemplify unity among believers? Paul and his associates lived with these characteristics to demonstrate unity and preserve unity.
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 6. Do you know anyone who is not a church-goer who points to disharmony and hypocrisy in the church as their reason for not attending? If so, how would you respond to them?
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 7. How do the following passages speak to being a good example for others? a. (Phil. 3:17) Be imitators of Christ b. (1 Tim. 1:16) Through grace and mercy others learn the patience of Christ toward sinners c. (Titus 2:7) Do good works to set an example d. (1 Peter 5:3) Be a humble servant to those you have authority over
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 8. Paul uses the metaphor of a father with his own children in (v. 11). What is the significance and meaning of this? He would take them under his wing and encourage them but also hold them accountable.
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 9. Do you have anyone in your life that is like a spiritual father figure to you? Are you that for someone else? If not, how can you incorporate this into your walk?
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 10. What 3 things did Paul do to hold the Thessalonian Christians accountable? (V. 12) • Exhorted them – To hold them to a particular line of conduct • Encouraged them – To help them continue on a specific course • Implored them – To stay the course to practice perseverance
DISCUSSION GUIDE DISCUSSION GUIDE 11. Paul exhorted, encouraged and implored them to walk worthy of God. What are some needed disciplines to live accordingly?