Meet Phil Study #2
Group Study for Meet Phil series.
Study Two of Eight
Philippians 1:12-30
Opener:
When you have had a bad day, what do you do?
Are you the kind of person who sees the glass half-full or half-empty? Why?
Dig a little deeper:
Have the group read Philippians 1:12-30 and answer the following questions.
- Paul was in prison but joyful. What difficult circumstances are you dealing with? What’s your attitude toward this situation?
- What has happened as a result of Paul’s imprisonment?
- In what area of your life do you need more knowledge and depth of insight (v. 9)?
- What effect did Paul’s situation have on most of his fellow believers (v. 14)? What negative result did Paul’s situation have on others in the church (vv. 15-17)? What does this passage say about what your attitude should be toward Christians whose motives you might question?
- Where has God been able to use bad for good in your life?
- What difference has your personal faith in Jesus Christ made in your attitude toward death and dying?
Applying what you have learned.
- What is something that you would like to accomplish before you die?
- What do you most look forward to about heaven? What motivates you most to live? How do these two things affect your life? Why?
Prayer prompt:
Father God, Help us to live in such a way that we are a credit to the message of Christ. Help us to be consistently and honestly joyful, in all situations. Help us to be united in our pursuit of faith, hope, and love. Teach us to trust in your love and power, so that we do not flinch or dodge opposition as it arises. Deepen our trust in You, both in times of suffering and of victory. Amen.
* Study developed by Serendipity Bible for Small Groups. Prayer adapted from The Message.
