Message Notes
Look Back
How did you replace harmful things you say about yourself with wise, kind or gentle thoughts and words this week?
Look Up
Read 1 Corinthians 3:1-3
- In verse 1, the author Paul says he could not talk to his audience as “spiritual” people. What reasons does he give and how does this apply to people today?
- In verses 2 & 3, Paul tells his readers that they still are not ready, or “spiritual”. What reasons does he give for this, and what does this say about how God measures our spiritual growth?
Read Hebrews 5:12-14
- The author of Hebrews criticized the followers of Jesus who needed to be taught basic things all over again? What factors cause the need for something important to be “taught again”? How have you experienced this in your life and what lessons did you learn?
- Verse 14 mentions spiritually “mature” people. How are they different from the spiritually “immature”. What can you do this year to become more spiritually mature?
- This passage ends by saying that spiritually mature people can recognize the difference between good and evil, right and wrong. Why is this important and how is this a sign of spiritual maturity?
Read John 4:34 and 6:38-40
- What does Jesus say is the will of the Father in these verses? How do personal spiritual growth and a commitment to rescue and empower other followers of Jesus support fulfillment of the Father’s will?
Overall (Discovery Bible Study)
- What do these scriptures say about God?
- What do they say about people?
- How will I apply this to my life?
Look Ahead
What kinds of things will you put on your spiritual plate this week so you can grow as an apprentice of Jesus?
Notes
Spiritual growth is achieved by many paths that need to be tailored to meet our needs and circumstances and include repentance, baptism, worship, prayer, Bible reading, generosity with time, talent & treasure, obedience, evangelism, fellowship, communion. Consider what is right for you and modify your “diet” accordingly
