Past Message

Point One: A Wise Person Practices God-Honouring Obedience

Point Two: A Wise Person Gets Appropriately Involved

Point Three: A Wise Person Never Compromises Honour

Discussion Questions:

Watch the past message, then choose questions to discuss with your Growth Group.

  1. What was something that stood out to you from this past Sunday’s message? Share what you learned and how it will impact your life.

  2. Read Ecclesiastes 8:1-5. Who are some people you consider to be wise? Why? Who are some people you would consider to be foolish? Why?

  3. How would you define wisdom? What does it take to be a person of wisdom?

  4. Why should someone be in submission to the King? What will one experience who heeds the King's command?

  5. Read Romans 13:1-7. What challenges do Christian’s face as we think about government?

  6. When we feel that commandments from authorities contradict our commandments from God, what should we keep in mind? Can you share any stories about this in your own life?

  7. Read 1 Peter 2:13-17. What authority have you struggled to trust and follow? How would you change your approach towards them now?

  8. When should we disobey civil authorities according to the Bible, and what principles can we derive from it?

  9. Peter taught that in difficult situations where we face unfair treatment, we should follow Jesus' example and honour God. So, how can we honour God when faced with unjust treatment, just like Jesus did?

  10. Read and discuss 1 Peter 2:17. What are some practical implications of Peter's concise passage?