Faith and Practice
January 15th, 2009Open
Please share your response to one of the following:
- What is the greatest regret of your life?
- If you could not fail, what would you like to do?
Study
Read Galatians 1:10-24 and discuss the following:
- What is the origin of Paul’s message? Why do you think he emphasizes it? How do you think it impacted his actions?
- What would you say is Paul’s primary point in this reading?
- Why do you think Paul did not consult anyone after his encounter with Jesus?
- What was the value of solitude (i.e., the desert) to Paul? How does his story reflect his Hebrew roots?
- How do you think Paul benefited by being with Peter and James in Jerusalem? What are some of James’ observations about faith and action?
Apply
- Since our strongest beliefs determine our actions, what would you say your actions indicate about your beliefs?
- How is faith revealed in actions? What are some examples?
- How do you guard against showing “favoritism” in your life?
- How have you experienced the desert in your life? How has it been of benefit to you?
- Who has been your Peter or James? How have they helped you?
