Questions from "The Secret of Self-Control" 05.24.09

1. What are some of the things that you find easy to focus on? What are some of the things you feel like you should do that are difficult to do? What is the difference between the two?

 

2. Proverbs 25:28, Describe this passage. How do you compare a defenseless city with a person who lacks self control?

 

3. James 3:5-6, Do you agree with Pastor Bill that our mouths cause more trouble for us in relationships than just about anything else? If not, what do you think is of greater concern?

 

4. Proverbs 18:20, In what ways has someone else’s speech heavily influenced you (for good or bad)?

 

5. Proverbs 28:23, So how do you answer the question “Does this make me look fat?” Do people really appreciate honesty more than flattery? Explain.

 

6. Proverbs 12:18, Why do you think so many verses from this weeks study/sermon come from the book of Proverbs? (i.e. What do you know about the book of proverbs?)

 

7. Psalm 141:3, How do you think a relationship with Jesus affects how we speak?

 

8. Matthew 15:18, What does our speech say about our hearts? Have you ever been tempted to dismiss your speech as “That is not me?”

 

9. James 1:26, What is something that you need to say to your group today?