Home Group Questions- October 12th

Girded
Key Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Discussion Questions:
  1. Pastor Rino mentioned "girding up your mind." What distractions or thought patterns do you need to address to focus more on Christ?
  2. How does the concept of being "sober-minded" apply to our daily lives as Christians? What areas might we need more spiritual sobriety?
  3. The sermon emphasized fixing our hope completely on Christ's return. How can we cultivate this eternal perspective amidst daily challenges?
  4. Pastor Rino said, "True salvation, when we just fathom what God has done, it's like you want to please him." How has your desire for holiness changed since coming to faith?
  5. Discuss the idea of being "sojourners" in this world. How might this perspective change how we live?
  6. What does it mean to love one another "fervently from the heart"? How can we cultivate this kind of love in our church community?
  7. How has God's Word sustained you through difficult times? Share an example with the group.

Key Takeaways:
  1. We need to be intentional about preparing our minds for action and focusing on Christ.
  2. Holiness is not just about avoiding sin, but actively pursuing godliness.
  3. Our hope should be fixed completely on the grace to come at Christ's return.
  4. We are called to love one another deeply and sincerely as transformed people.
  5. God's Word is living and active, capable of transforming our lives.

Practical Applications:
  1. This week, identify one area where you need to "gird up your mind" and create a plan to address it (e.g., limiting social media, memorizing Scripture).
  2. Practice "fervent love" by reaching out to someone in the church you don't know well and finding a way to encourage them.
  3. Set aside time each day to meditate on God's Word, focusing on its eternal nature and power to transform.
  4. Reflect on your "sojourner" status. Is there an area of your life where you're too attached to worldly things? How can you shift your focus to eternal matters?
  5. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any areas of unholiness in your life. Commit to addressing these areas through prayer, accountability, and reliance on God's grace.