Discussion Questions, March 26th, 2017
Opening What stood out to you from Sunday’s message?
Summary
Read 1 Timothy 6:1-2
It is estimated that one third of the people in the Roman Empire were slaves. In the church in Ephesus there were many slaves and even some masters who had become followers of Jesus. How should the gospel shape this master-slave relationship? How does this personal transformation affect the way a person works? Paul’s concern that servants honor their master in their work has direct application to our work environments. In our jobs, our schools, and responsibilities, we are representing Jesus and need to work for his glory.
Discussion Questions
- Occasionally people will criticize the Bible as being pro-slavery. Is that the case? How would you respond?
- Human trafficking and slavery are worse now than at any point in history. Is there anything we can do to confront this injustice?
- Tell us about your workplace. What would it look like to honor God in your work?
- How could someone in your job bring the name of God and the gospel into disrepute?
- How does Jesus humbling himself to the place of a slave (eg. Ph 2, Jn 13) motivate you in serving others?