Pursuing Faithfulness in a Contentious Age

How can we be faithful in a contentious and argumentative age? Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we consider the answer from 2 Timothy.

Sermon Discussion Questions

1. What does it mean to be “kind”? How would you differentiate between “kindness” and “niceness”?
2. What is one highlight from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
3. Read 2 Timothy 2:22. What are “youthful passions”? How can you respond to the command of this verse?
4. Read 2 Timothy 2:22. What characteristics are we to pursue rather than youthful passions? What do each of these mean? Which is hardest for you?
5. Read 2 Timothy 2:22–25. Why is kindness crucial in the face of contention?
6. Share an example of when you had to make a choice between “winsome arguments” and “winsome kindness.” Which did you choose? What was the result?
7. Read 2 Timothy 2:25–26. What perspective must we have when interacting with those with whom we disagree?
8. Read Proverbs 10:19. What is the danger of words? How might you use your words to embrace a life like Jesus rather than for sin?
9. How does this text transform the way you live this next week?