DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

How does this text and the sermon on it show us the importance of studying the Bible and theology so as to develop sound Christian doctrine? What has been your plan to grow in sound doctrine? If you haven’t had one, what is one practical step you can take to grow in this area?
In what ways does the values of our culture in Sydney contradict sound Christian doctrine? What are some common “doctrines” of our culture that many Christians embrace without realizing that they contradict the Bible’s teaching?
From this text or the sermon on it, how does our doctrinal understanding (or lack thereof) impact how we live? How do we make sure that our growing doctrinal understanding is translated into how we live?
What was the helpful/challenging/encouraging part of the sermon for you?