posted Oct 8, 2008 3:39 AM by Deen Ling
Read 1 Peter 1:8-9 - Dig into the depths of your heart.
- Does your faith still give you joy?
- Why or why not?
- Ask God to reconnect your heart with the joy of your salvation and eternal glory with God.
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posted Oct 8, 2008 3:37 AM by Deen Ling
Read 1 Peter 1:6-7 - What are some benefits of suffering and trials?
- How have times of trials in the past strengthened your faith and character?
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posted Oct 8, 2008 3:34 AM by Deen Ling
Read 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 - Think about some of the difficulties you've been through recently.
- When others stick with you through tough times, how does that affect the love you have for those friends?
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posted Oct 8, 2008 3:32 AM by Deen Ling
Read 1 Thessalonians 3:7-10 - Who or what encourages you the most when you're facing difficult times?
- Who's going through hard times now that you can be an encouragement to?
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posted Oct 8, 2008 3:29 AM by Deen Ling
Read 1 Thessalonians 3:6 - Is there anyone you have enjoyed good memories with that is far away now?
- What can you do to stay connected with this person?
- What's the value of long-term friendships?
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posted Oct 3, 2008 4:21 PM by Deen Ling
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Read 1 Thessalonians 3:4-5 - In what ways are you being tempted right now?
- What's your plan to resist those temptations from the tempter?
- What unmet needs and desires are pushing you toward temptation?
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posted Oct 3, 2008 4:12 PM by Deen Ling
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Read 1 Thessalonians 3:1-3 - What "persecutions" are shaking you the most right now?
- Where can you find some support, strength, and encouragement?
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posted Oct 3, 2008 4:10 PM by Deen Ling
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Read Matthew 16:13-17 - How is what you believe about Jesus different from the beliefs of people around you?
- How comfortable and confident are you in living and talking about your faith in front of them?
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posted Oct 3, 2008 4:08 PM by Deen Ling
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Read Romans 10:10-13 - Does your faith in Jesus go beyond "lip service"?
- How well do the desires of your heart and your actions line up with what you say you believe?
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posted Oct 3, 2008 4:04 PM by Deen Ling
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Read Romans 10:8-9 - When did you publicly confess Jesus as Savior?
- Are you confident of the message in your mouth and in your heart that Jesus controls your life and that He has saved you from bondage and death
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