There are five basic habits - or “spiritual disciplines” - that every Christian should know about and practice.
Talking Points:
- Habit #1: Reading the Bible. Christians believe that the Bible is inspired by God and authoritative for our lives. 2 Timothy 3:16
- Habit #2: Praying. The Christian life is more than a religion, it is a relationship with a personal God. Just like any relationship, communication is essential. 1 Thessalonians 5:17
- Habit #3: Connecting. The habit of connection is all about discovering and sharing God’s truth in the context of intentional relationships. Hebrews 10:25
- Habit #4: Giving. We can give our time, our talent, and our treasure. 2 Corinthians 8:7
- Habit #5: Mentoring. Jesus called every disciple to make disciples. Matthew 28:19-20
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Name one good habit you had as a kid. Did you have a habit that was hard to break when you were young? Talk about how to break bad habits and form better ones.
- Give yourself a grade on each of the five habits above. Which one are you most eager to improve? Why?
- Read 2 Timothy 3:16. Why is the Bible useful to us?
- Read 1 Thessalonians 5:17. Talk about what prayer is all about. Why is prayer important?
- Read 2 Corinthians 8:7. What do you think Paul meant by “excel in giving”? What could it mean for you today?
- Read Matthew 28:19-20. Talk about how to use our resources to start meaningful conversations with your friends, family, or small group. Are you already doing this? Is there an area where you can be more intentional about your “mentoring”?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
