BIG IDEA: Boldness is not silent.
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Sermon Questions:
- The sermon says, “Boldness is not silent.” What does that mean for a follower of Jesus in everyday life?
- What situations or relationships make you most tempted to remain silent about your faith?
- Paul was troubled by the culture of Athens but still genuinely cared for the people living within it. How can Christians disagree with a culture while still loving the people within it?
Scripture Discussion Questions:
Read Ephesians 4:14-15
- What does it mean practically to “speak the truth in love”?
- What happens when Christians emphasize truth without love—or love without truth?
- Why does Paul connect truth and love with spiritual maturity?
Read Romans 1:16
- Why does Paul say he is not ashamed of the gospel?
- What fears can make us ashamed or hesitant to speak about Jesus?
- How does understanding the power of the gospel give us courage?
Read Colossians 4:5-6
- What does it mean for our conversations to be “full of grace”?
- How can wisdom help us speak about Jesus with people who disagree with us?
- How can we become better listeners while still being prepared to speak truth?
Prayer:
Father, thank You for Your grace. Give us boldness to love people well, speak Your truth with compassion, proclaim Jesus without fear, and remain faithful to the end. Amen.