The Decalogue: Honour Your Parents

REVIEW: “What did you take away from last time?” [Refer to the things you discussed last time.] "How did that go?” Sermon Summary: We overcome external and internal oppression through receiving and giving God's mercy. Main Passage: Exodus 20:12 D-Group Questions: TRUTH – What does honor mean? 1 Peter 2:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13. Why does God institute human authorities? REPENTANCE – How do we find freedom from oppressive human authorities? James 2:13; Romans 12:18; Matthew 5:43-45 FAITH – What must we believe about Jesus to be merciful? RESPOND. Ask God, how can today’s discussion further your relationship with God, one another, and the world? Pray together. [Record responses and prayer requests.]