Saturday, February 2, 2013

TRIAL-- Week 1 Questions for Reflection and Discussion



In 1 Corinthians 11:1 the Apostle Paul instructs his readers, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” Paul offered his life and experiences as a tangible example of what everyday followership of Christ looks like. Acts 23 through 28 records numerous trials encountered by the apostle: a mob’s plot, trials before the Sanhedrin, Governors Felix, Festus and King Agrippa, a shipwreck, viper bite, and house arrest. These trails affected Paul physically, spiritually and emotionally. How Paul responded to these trials is an example to every Christ-follower.

In 2 Corinthians 11:24-27 Paul sums up his hardships and trials. According to 2 Corinthians 11:30 & 12:10, what is his purpose in doing so?

What response to trial/hardship/suffering does the Apostle Paul instruct of Timothy in the following verses?

2 Timothy 1:8--

2 Timothy 2:3--

2 Timothy 4:5--

In one sitting, read Acts 23 through 28. What are your impressions regarding Paul’s trials? What examples of Paul is the Holy Spirit leading you to emulate?


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