Small group questions

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Small group questions— Chad Venters March 16, 2014—1411

1. The Holy Spirit is the most mysterious member of the trinity for most people. What about the Holy Spirit do you find confusing? 2. Interact with the following quote by N.T. Wright: “Those in whom the Spirit comes to live are God's new Temple. They are, individually and corporately, places where heaven and earth meet.”

1. The Holy Spirit is a

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, not a

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3. Have someone read Judges 6:34-35,11:29, and 14:6. How did the Holy Spirit seem to operate in the Old Testament? 4. How does the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament differ from the way the Holy Spirit now functions in the church? 5. Read 1 Corinthians 6:18-20. How is your body a temple for the Holy Spirit? How does this reality influence how we use our bodies? 6. Take turns reading aloud from 1 Corinthians 12:4-13. When have you seen the body of Christ working together as a unit, with all the parts in place?

2. The Holy Spirit is the _______________________________ 7. What does Paul say is the purpose for spiritual gifts (the manifestation of the Spirit)? 8. In what ways are you currently contributing to the body of Christ?

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9. In what ways might you be paralyzing the body of Christ by withholding your unique gifts? 10. Why do you think Paul keeps pointing out that there is ONE Spirit and ONE body?

Reference points for reading about the Holy Spirit: Judges 3:9-11, Judges 15:14-16, Ezekiel 37:1-14, Acts 2; 1, 1 Corinthians 3:12-17, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

11. If you attended Sunday service, what is one insight from Chad’s teaching that challenged you or stretched you in your understanding? 12. If you have time, talk about the gifts that each of you brings to your small group. Pray together, thanking God for the ways he has gifted you.