As the powerful, life-changing word of God, the Bible has always been the church’s foundation. We make it our foundation by shaping our ideas and choices around its wisdom.
Talking Points:
- Scripture was essential to the early church. The apostles anchored their teaching and ministry in Scripture. This defined what was most important to them. Acts 2:42, Acts 15:35
- The first Christians knew that the Scriptures are the word of God, and thus have divine power to change people’s lives. Acts 4:24-25, Hebrews 4:12
- Christians today must be committed to the same foundation. We must let God’s word define what we think and dictate how we live. Acts 17:11-12, 2 Timothy 3:16
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Share a time you tried to build something without viewing the instructions. How did that project turn out?
- Read Acts 15:35. Why would Paul and Barnabas describe the Scriptures as the word of the Lord. What are the implications of that phrase?
- How would you describe people’s view of the Bible in our culture today? How about in the Church?
- What would you say currently dictates how you think and feel about life?
- Read Hebrews 4:12. Identify all that this verse says about God’s word. How do you need to let God’s word penetrate your heart and mind more?
- Share a time you read God’s word and felt great conviction over something. How did that insight impact your life?
- Read Acts 17:11-12. Describe the attitude of the Bereans. What can be learned from the way they approached their pursuit of God?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
