Discussion Guide for Small GroupsJune 1, 2008
Based on Message: Encourage For One Another
Pastor Kevin Mahaffy, Jr.
May 28, 2008
· Leader: You will need paper and pens for everyone.
· Have someone read Hebrew 3:7-15 (NIV) and review the Downward Spiral of Sin with the group.
· The devil is not very creative. He used this same strategy with Eve in the garden (Genesis 3), and with the Israelites in the wilderness (which is referred to in the Hebrews passage wejust read).
· Ask: How have you seen this downward spiral played out in your life or in the life of someone you know?
· What is the main preventative that the author of Hebrews gives to help us to remain faithful to God and His truth?
· What does encouragement mean? (In-Courage: To inspire with courage).
· How does regular, ongoing encouragement stop the downward spiral of sin?
· We probably all have friends who are on the slippery slopes of sin. On a piece of paper, write down their names and a few ways that you can encourage them this week to get back on to the safe ground of truth and the path of righteousness.
· There are many ways you can encourage your friends. Perhaps you can send them a text and tell them you’re praying for them. You can give them a call, send them a note or a card, shoot them an e-mail, invite them to church, etc. At the very least we can pray for them. Take a few minutes to pray for the people that came to mind that need some encouragement this week. Leader close in prayer.
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