Those who are skeptical about the Christian faith are encouraged to wrestle with these two basic reasons to believe.
Talking Points:
- Reasons to give up skepticism and step into belief:
- Faith is good. If you are a follower of Jesus many aspects of your life will be better. This isn’t to say that you can’t have a good life outside of Christianity, but it will be more fulfilling and satisfying with Christ. John 10:10
- Faith is true. If God’s word is true it is the most compelling reason to have faith in God. One of the major themes of the gospels in the Bible is truth. Jesus claimed to know and speak the truth. John 8:31-32
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Read John 10:10. Name a Christian you know who demonstrates that “faith is good.” How does their relationship with God get reflected to the people around them?
- Read Galatians 5:19-24. Identify two lists: (1) the works of the sinful nature and (2) the fruit of the Spirit. Do you agree with Paul’s assessment of right and wrong? What would you add or take away from his lists?
- What are some truth claims of Jesus or Christianity that you agree with? That you disagree with? What do you base your opinion on?
- Read John 8:31-32. What truth is Jesus speaking about? How does truth set us free?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
