Contagious Faith - Reason Giving - 02.05.2023

CLICK HERE TO GIVE TO THE HILLS Sermon Notes: 1 Peter 3:13-15 13 Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? 14 But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear their threats; do not be frightened.” 15 But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. 1. Our world is very similar to the world that Peter and the Apostles lived in. 2. In your heart revere Christ as Lord. Mark 9:24 “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” 3. What is your Reason? "I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen, not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” - C.S. Lewis Theology as Poetry 4. What is the point of your life? Discussion Questions: See Contagious Faith Curriculum You can also order it online https://www.amazon.com/Contagious-Faith-Discover-Natural-Sharing-ebook/dp/B08NHWQCBP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1SF3TOUTC771Y&keywords=contagious+faith+small+group&qid=1672938873&sprefix=contageous+faith+small+group%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1 To see Mark's Teaching for the Study: www.studygateway.com/login To Sign In: Email: [email protected] Password: Clovishills23! Then Search “Contagious Faith” Supplemental Questions: What did you get from the Sunday message? Do you know anyone that seems to have the “Reason Giving” style? Do you know what an “Apologist” is? How would 2 Timothy 3:15 be a key verse for an “apologist” What does it look like to “revere Christ as Lord in your heart?” V15 Look at the story Mark tells of the father who believed and had unbelief 9:14-29 Specifically verse 24. What does that say about the nature of doubt? Is doubt a sin? How does Jesus treat this mans doubts? 2 Timothy 3:15 says “give a reason for the hope you have within” What is the thing you have out your hope in? What have you bet your life on? Is betting your life on Jesus a good bet? Whats your reason?