Sermon

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS

1. What was one thing you found particularly interesting, insightful, helpful or difficult to understand from this sermon?
2. Regarding Bill's opening scenario, would you have written the ticket? Why or why not?
3. Read and discuss Genesis 39. What do you note about the attributes and character of God? Of Joseph?
4. "Position has nothing to do with prosperity. Character dictates prosperity." Have you found this to be true? Why or why not?
5. What mistakes have you made in your life that have contributed to your maturity in Christ?
6. Have you ever been falsely accused? What happened? How did it contribute to your maturity in Christ?
7. Who has the Lord brought into your life that has helped you mature in Him?
8. What is the worst trial you have ever faced? Did God use it to mature you in Him? How?
9. How does the gospel of Jesus lead and empower our maturity in the Lord?