DISCUSSION GUIDE / 5.21.23
OPTIONAL INTRODUCTION QUESTION(S)
Do you think there are more doors or more wheels in the world?
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS -
14 Therefore, beloved, since you are waiting for these, be diligent to be found by him without spot or blemish, and at peace. 15 And count the patience of our Lord as salvation, just as our beloved brother Paul also wrote to you according to the wisdom given him, 16 as he does in all his letters when he speaks in them of these matters...
2 Peter 3:14-16a
The word “these” in verse 14 is referring to a new heaven and earth. Does thinking about heaven motivate you to live for God? Why or why not?
The phrase “be diligent” is the same phrase translated “make every effort” in 2 Peter 1:5. Why do you think this is a theme throughout Peter’s letter? Why should we be making every effort as Christians?
How has God been patient with you? Are you patient with others? Why or why not?
Throughout chapter 3 Peter refers to the importance of reading and understanding the Bible. Is reading the Bible a daily habit for you? Why or why not? What reading plans do you recommend?
What does it mean to be found “without spot or blemish”? Why is this important?
How can we pray for you?