Being Connoisseurs of Culture, not Consuming Culture, Exodus 32:1-14, 1 Corinthians 10:1-14

Questions for Reflection / Discussion: 1. Have you ever thought about a follower of Jesus’ interaction with culture? In what way? If you were to have a tendency towards condemning culture (isolation) or consuming culture (integration) which do you tend towards? Why? 2. Read Exodus 32:1-14. Have someone retell the story in their own words. What do you think happened to the Israelites? What were they thinking? What does this tell us about ourselves? 3. Have someone read 1 Corinthians 10:1-14. Paul says that the narrative in Exodus 32 is an example and warning for us who believe in Jesus Christ. In what way is it a warning? What do you think we are to be careful of (v.14)? 4. If idolatry is putting something (or aspects of the culture) above Jesus Christ in your passions and priorities, how do you think the American Church (or elements of the American Church) is in danger of idolatry? 5. Mike said we are in danger of being discipled by television rather than the word of God. Do you think this is true? Why or why not? Do you know more scripture verses or movie lines? 6. What is one thing you think you might need to change as a result of today’s reading and message?