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In 1 Timothy 2:1-7 we see that, having received God’s grace, we are now called to join God in His mission to seek and to save the lost.
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Having received God’s grace, we are now called to join God in His mission to seek and to save the lost.
1 Timothy 2:1-7 ESV
"The Prayer of the Selfish Child" - Shel Silverstein
Now I lay me down to sleep,
I pray the Lord my soul to keep,
And if I die before I wake,
I pray the Lord my toys to break.
So none of the other kids can use 'em....
Amen.
What the false teachings produced in people:
- Pointless Speculation (6:4)
- Arrogance (6:4)
- A Self-Serving Attitude (6:5-10)
What the gospel of God's grace produces in you:
- A focus on things that really matter
- Humility
- Concern and love for others
Four Types of Prayers (1 Timothy 2:1)
Supplications
Prayers
Intercessions
Giving of Thanks
Hebrews 7:25 ESV
“We pray for all the emperors, that God may grant them long life, a secure government, a prosperous family, vigorous troops, a faithful senate, an obedient people; that the whole world may be in peace; and that God may grant, both to Caesar and to every man, the accomplishment of their just desires.”
- Tertullian (155-220 AD)
Romans 10:1 ESV
John 14:6 ESV
1 Peter 2:9 ESV
Community Group Discussion Guide
Week of January 22 - January 28, 2023
Equipped to Serve
Between God and Man
1 Timothy 2:1-7
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
1) Bible Learning Center classes start: Foundations; Acts. Sign up in the foyer or online.
2) New app is rolling out this week.
3) Women’s Bible study. Sign up online.
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Have you been baptized? Where and when?
QUICK REVIEW
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time, caught your attention, challenged, or confused you?
MAIN POINTS
Having received God’s grace, we are now called to join God in His mission to seek and to save the lost.
DIGGING DEEPER
Having received God’s grace,…
1. Read 1 Timothy 2:1a (First of all, then..). In verse 1, Paul discusses the aspects of public worship. When he says, “First of all, then…”, what is he stressing, timing or importance? Explain your answer.
a. In remembrance of the grace we have received, what now becomes of primary importance?
b. When you first received God’s grace, how did your life change? …we are now called..
2. Read 1 Timothy 2:1-2. Paul identifies four ways to seek God. Discuss your understanding of each:
a. Supplication
b. Prayers
c. Intercessions
d. Thanksgiving
3. In verse 2, Paul says prayers should be included for kings and all who are in high places. Why does he say that this is important? Do you agree? If so, is this part of your prayer life? If not, why not?
a. Having received God’s grace in our lives, how are we now called to pray for others who have not accepted Jesus?
b. Who else should we pray for, and why? … to join God in His mission,to seek and to save the lost.
4. Read 1 Timothy 2:3-7. In these verses, Paul explains why the elements of worship he outlines in verse one are important. According to these verses, what is important to God?
a. Paul states that God desires all people to be saved. Does this mean that all people will be saved? Why or why not?
b. If it is God’s desire for all people to be saved, what does that say about God?
c. Read 1 John 2:2 and discuss the relationship between that verse and these verses. Do these verses affect how you will pray? In what way?
5. For what purpose does Paul say he was appointed a preacher and an apostle? For what purpose are we called to serve God? If we are on a mission for God, what is that mission?
a. In verse 5, Paul says that “there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and man, the man Christ Jesus”. Why is it important to understand that there is one God? What is a mediator, and how does Jesus fill that role?
b. Paul says that Jesus “gave Himself as a ransom for all”. Discuss the meaning of this statement and what effect it has on our lives.
c. Paul says he is a “teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth”. What truth is it important for us to know?
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE & PRAYER REQUESTS
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