Advent: Peace

OUTLINE:

• Eternal   4:1-3
• Internal  4:4-7
• External 4:8-9
   

QUESTIONS:

1. 4:1-3 Does knowing that your name is written in the “Book of Life” change the way you approach conflict, anxiety and disappointment right now? Does knowing how the story ends help you walk in peace through difficulty? How?
2. 4:4-7  Which of Paul’s commands are most difficult for you (Rejoice, Rest, Request)? What excuses do you come up with to resist these? Where have you experienced the peace of God guarding your heart and mind?
3. 4:6 What is one situation where you've been “Replaying the negative” instead of surrendering it in prayer? How is this shaping the way you show up in relationships?
4. 4:8-9 Paul gives us a beautiful mind filter and tells us what to dwell on, what is good and life-giving.  Where do you sense God is inviting you to change what you're feeding your mind?
    

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE:

Philippians 4:4-7

NEXT WEEK:

Christmas Eve 2025