President Kennedy famously said, "Ask not what your country can do for you ask what you can do for your country." How true is that attitude in our relationship with God?
Talking Points:
- It’s easy to fall in the trap of thinking God should do for us but we don’t have to do for God.
- We should obey what God asks of us – not because we have to in order to be saved – but because we want to honor Him.
- It’s always worth taking risks for God so be brave! 1 Peter 3:15
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- How have you been guilty of demanding things from God?
- Share a time you ignored a prompting from God to do something. Share a time you followed through on a prompting from God?
- What are some easy things we can do to honor God?
- Read 1 Peter 3:15. What are some basic things you should be able to explain to someone about your faith?
- Take the challenge. Find and memorize key verses that talk about salvation and honoring God to be ready for your next conversation.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
