OUTPOST GROUP GUIDE
October 5th - Unshakeable: Week 1
In a world that often feels unsteady, we're called to be unshakeable in our faith. This message delves into the story of Daniel, showing us how to stay close to Christ through conviction. Daniel's unwavering faith in Babylon teaches us that we can have a presence in the world without being consumed by it. We're reminded that God doesn't eject us from the storm, but injects Jesus into it. This powerful lesson encourages us to cling to the cross, bringing God into every situation we face. The key is to live boldly and love deeply, just as Daniel did. By doing so, we can change hearts and even nations. This message challenges us to examine our convictions and ensure they're rooted in love, not pride or fear. It's a call to unity in Christ, reminding us that it's the blood of Jesus that unites us as one family, stronger than any earthly conviction or opinion.
Key Takeaways
-Conviction pulls us up to a higher standard, while condemnation pushes us down.
-We should be convicted by the things that Christ was convicted by: caring for the oppressed and marginalized.-We are called to engage with the world, not separate from it, in order to bring about change.
-Our response to conviction should always be rooted in love and respect.
-Unity in the church comes through the blood of Jesus, not shared opinions or convictions.
Discussion Questions
1. How can we distinguish between conviction and condemnation in our spiritual lives, and why is this distinction important for our relationship with God?
2. In what ways can we, like Daniel, remain faithful to our convictions while still engaging respectfully with a culture that may be hostile to our beliefs?
3. How might our approach to sharing the gospel change if we truly embraced Jesus' love for the world, rather than seeking to separate ourselves from it?
4. What are some practical ways we can 'inject Jesus into the storm' of our daily lives and current cultural challenges?
5. How can we balance standing firm in our convictions while also showing love and respect to those who disagree with us?
6. In what areas of your life do you need to be more strategic about which 'battles' to fight, like Daniel was?
7. How does the concept of being 'unshakeable' in our faith relate to the idea of unity within the church?
8. What does it mean practically to 'cling to the cross' in the face of cultural tensions and personal struggles?
9. How can we cultivate a deeper understanding of our identity in Christ that withstands attempts to redefine us, as Daniel did when his name was changed?
10. In what ways can we actively participate in God's redemptive work in the world, rather than simply waiting for Christ's return?
2. In what ways can we, like Daniel, remain faithful to our convictions while still engaging respectfully with a culture that may be hostile to our beliefs?
3. How might our approach to sharing the gospel change if we truly embraced Jesus' love for the world, rather than seeking to separate ourselves from it?
4. What are some practical ways we can 'inject Jesus into the storm' of our daily lives and current cultural challenges?
5. How can we balance standing firm in our convictions while also showing love and respect to those who disagree with us?
6. In what areas of your life do you need to be more strategic about which 'battles' to fight, like Daniel was?
7. How does the concept of being 'unshakeable' in our faith relate to the idea of unity within the church?
8. What does it mean practically to 'cling to the cross' in the face of cultural tensions and personal struggles?
9. How can we cultivate a deeper understanding of our identity in Christ that withstands attempts to redefine us, as Daniel did when his name was changed?
10. In what ways can we actively participate in God's redemptive work in the world, rather than simply waiting for Christ's return?