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MUSIC & SCRIPTURE

Exalted One (Psalm 121:1-2) – For The Honor by Elevation Worship

Closer (Psalm 89:14-15) – Glorious Ruins by Hillsong

Beautiful Lord (Ephesians 2:4-5) – Sound of Melodies by Leeland

Forever Reign (Lamentations 5:19) – A Beautiful Exchange by Hillsong

Give Me Faith (Psalm 73:25-26) – For The Honor by Elevation Worship

TEACHING: Philippians: A Journey Toward Humble Joy, Part 9

The apostle Paul encourages us to press on toward maturity in Christ, not as a means of earning our salvation, but as a means of experiencing the riches we have in Jesus.

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS

1. What is something that stood out as particularly helpful, insightful, or difficult to grasp from this message?
2. What is the difference between knowing someone and knowing about someone? What are the implications of this for the Christ-follower?
3. Read and discuss Philippians 3:7-16. What do you observe about the person of Christ from these verses? What is Paul saying about the topic of pressing on to maturity in Christ?
4. Are there any tensions to you observe in this text? Are they resolvable?
5. What are some things in your life that tend to distract or deter you from pressing on toward deeper maturity?
6. How can assets become liabilities in the life of a believer? How does the Gospel call us and empower us to keep first things first?
7. What is “one thing” you need to do today to press forward to deeper maturity in Christ? Spend some time in prayer about this with your small group.