CG Questions for James 2
Key Texts: James 2; Ephesians 2:8-10
Questions
I think we would all assume that we live what we believe. In what ways does or lifestyle demonstrate what we really believe? To phrase it differently how does your lifestyle undermine or confirm what you claim to believe?
In what ways are we/you enamored with the idea of Christianity more than the gospel itself?
Sunday’s sermon presented several instances in Jesus’ ministry where he called for action on the part of those who came to him. How is a person’s knowledge of Jesus to shape his/her life?
Revisiting the idea that we do not naturally love one another and naturally seek to build one another up in love through our service of one another, how are we to develop such a love that leads us to action? Do you tend to view others in the church as trophies of God’s grace, just as you are, or do you set a different standard for acceptance in love?
Looking at the comparison in James 2:26, how does this challenge you? Do you find yourself explaining away your responsibility here or seeking to be more faithful in what God has called you to do?
What are some practical ways that others can see God’s love through the church? If you are not faithfully seeking ways to serve others and to show others Christ’s love in our body and in your neighborhoods, why? If you are how are you doing that?
