Jailhouse Joy: Partners In The Gospel
October 6, 2021
Jailhouse Joy: Partners In The Gospel

Philippians is Paul’s most joyful letter even though he’s in jail, he’s old, people are behaving poorly and it’s not clear if things will get any better. Can there be real joy when circumstances are awful?

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Philippians 2:19-30

Message Questions:

  1. How were emotions dealt with in your family growing up? Were they used to
    intimidate or were they dismissed as unimportant or validated?
  2. How healthy are you in your emotions around friends or family? How do you
    measure that? What do you do well? What needs improvement?
  3. Think of someone who is or has been a “Jesus buddy” for you. What makes/made
    that relationship so rich and genuine?
  4. What are some steps that you’re taking these days to form “Jesus friendships?” Is
    this a priority for you, why or why not?
  5. Take time to pray with and for each other in your small group, giving God thanks
    for emotions and friendships. Ask Him to use both of these essential elements of
    being human to make you more like Him.

Extend your small group discussion with the expanded guide for today’s message. It includes more questions and soul training practices for you and your small group.

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