Faithful Endurance

How might we endure through hardship by the power of the gospel? Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we consider the answer from 2 Timothy.

Sermon Discussion Questions

1. Did you watch the Super Bowl this Sunday? In what ways does the discipline of athletes help us to understand the call of discipline in our faith?
2. What is one highlight from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
3. What does it mean to “faithfully endure”?
4. Read 2 Timothy 2:1. What is the key to finding “strength” to faithfully endure? What have you found helpful in pursuing endurance?
5. Read 2 Timothy 2:2. Why is discipling others important? Are you discipling others? What might God be calling you to do to live out this charge?
6. Read 2 Timothy 2:3–6. What illustrations does Paul give us for faithful endurance? Which of these sticks out to you most? Which leaves you with questions?
7. What does Paul have in mind when he mentions “civilian pursuits” in verse 4? Is this irreconcilable with a desire to be in the community for the sake of sharing the gospel? If not, what is the difference?
8. What is a “wartime mentality”? How is different than a peacetime mentality? How should a wartime mentality shape our understanding of our calling?
9. What motivations does Paul give for faithful endurance in verses 4–6? Which of these sticks out to you most?
10. What might obedience look like for you this week?