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Chelten – a church of hope exists to worship the triune God, to nurture his family and to share his gospel of hope. We are a community of people brought together by the Gospel—that God the Father cared so much for us who live in a broken world that he sent his son Jesus to be the solution for all of humanity’s needs so that his Spirit would live in us forever, we with him and with each other.
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Discussion Questions What do you currently “glory” in, and how might God be inviting you to see evangelism or discipleship as a joyful offering to Him? Are there ways you're serving others that feel more like a duty than a delight? What might help shift your heart to see it as a joyful opportunity? What is one simple way you could embody the gospel…
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Discussion Questions In what secondary areas of faith do you see stronger and weaker believers? If you consider yourself a "stronger" believer over one of those matters, what is your priority: enjoying your freedom, or giving it up to serve another Christian? How can you look like Jesus by laying aside your freedom for another believer this week?…
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Discussion Questions What does it mean that “whoever loves his life loses it, and whoever hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life?” (John 12:25) What is the path to glory according to Jesus? And how does that compare to our personal and cultural paths to glory? This week, how might you follow Jesus into a death like his?…
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Discussion Questions What are some disputable matters in our church today that can lead to division? What experiences, beliefs, or habits from your upbringing or past church background influence the way you respond to gray areas or non-essential issues in your spiritual life today? Have you ever held a strong conviction or belief and expressed it i…
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Discussion Questions How much does your attitude toward governing authorities match God’s command in Romans 13:1-7? Is your view too high or too low of God-ordained authorities? Is your first instinct to criticize or pray for your governing authorities? How can you actively give respect and honor to those in positions of authority?…
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Discussion Questions How do you struggle with giving or receiving loving correction, and what might help you grow in this area? Why is it often harder to rejoice with others than to weep with them, and how can you cultivate a heart that truly celebrates others? How does this passage challenge your attitude toward those who oppose or mistreat you, a…
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Discussion Questions How does Romans 12:1-2 define true worship? What are the implications for every single area and moment of your life? How does Paul connect the theology of Romans 1-11 with practical living in Romans 12-16? Where are you most tempted to be conformed to a godless worldview? Ask the Lord to reveal the subtle ways you are being con…
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Who is the All Israel in Romans 11 and When and How Will They Be Saved Discussion Questions How does Romans 11:25-27 fit into Paul's argument in chapter 11, chapters 9-11, and the book of Romans as a whole? To whom does Paul refer when he speaks of all Israel in v. 26? How and when will Israel be saved? In what ways is all the promise of all Israel…
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Discussion Questions Paul says the Israelites had “zeal without knowledge” (Romans 10:2). How can religious fervor sometimes blind people to the gospel? Why do you think salvation by faith alone is often so difficult for people to accept? Romans 10:14-15 emphasizes the necessity of preaching the gospel. What does that look like practically for you?…
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Discussion Questions Paul was deeply grieved for those who rejected Christ. Who in your life do you feel this kind of burden for, and how does this passage challenge or encourage your prayers for them? How does the doctrine of election humble us and challenge our sense of fairness? Romans 9 emphasizes that salvation is based on God’s mercy, not our…
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Discussion Questions How would you retell the Gospel from Romans 1-8 to someone else? Where is faith in Jesus bringing about glad obedience to his commands in your life? Encourage someone else by telling them where you see this happening in their lives. How does remembering who you are (“dead to sin and alive to God”), lead to greater obedience fro…
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Discussion Questions How can you practice being fully present with those around you this week—in your family, workplace, or community? In what ways has God "salted" (gifted) you uniquely to preserve, enhance, and bring life to your sphere of influence? How can you use those gifts intentionally? How can your community group or close friends collabor…
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Discussion Questions How can you set your mind on things above and make worship part of your daily life? How can you foster a spirit of unity and thankfulness in your interactions with fellow believers? How is God calling you to share the gospel and live out your faith in your community this week?By Chelten - a church of hope
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Discussion Questions How does Romans 8:31-39 help you trust that God's plan is greater than your sins, failures, and uncertainties? What barriers prevent you from fully believing in God’s love for you? In what ways does the Holy Spirit reassure you of God’s love, and how can you grow in recognizing His work in your life?…
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Discussion Questions Where are you experiencing suffering in your life? How does this passage (Rom 8:26-30) help you to wait patiently for the redemption of all things? When have you experienced feeling too weak or confused to pray with words? How does the Holy Spirit’s intercession (8:26-27) encourage you? Where in your life is God’s promise that …
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Discussion Questions How does the truth of being able to call God "Abba, Father" impact the way you approach Him in prayer and daily life? What areas of your life might God be using as discipline to draw you closer to Him and make you more like Christ? In what ways can you point others to the hope found in Christ, even as the world groans under bro…
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Discussion Questions What are some “masters” you’ve been tempted to follow besides God? How have they impacted your life? What does it mean to you to be “free in Christ”? How does that change how you see yourself? What is one way you can “present yourself as a slave to righteousness” this week?By Chelten - a church of hope
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Discussion Questions How has surrendering to Jesus in the past brought unexpected joy and hope, and where might God be calling you to surrender now? In what ways can suffering strip away distractions and help you focus on the hope that only God can give? Can you provide a real-life example? How can your experiences of peace with God and the peace o…
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Discussion Questions What religious traditions or practices do you tend to rely on for a sense of spiritual validation, and how does embracing faith alone challenge and transform those habits? Abraham’s faith wavered at times, but he ultimately held fast to God’s promises. How can you use his example to strengthen your faith during moments of doubt…
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Discussion Questions Explain in one minute how someone can be made right with God. Do you tend to forget that God is just (and that sin is a horrific offense to his holiness) or that he is the one who justifies (and that through faith in Christ you are actually righteous)? How does the Gospel of Christ destroy pride? What area of pride needs to be …
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Discussion Questions When do you most often find yourself judging others, and what does this reveal about your own heart? How can we resist the temptation to feel morally superior to others, and how does grace help us in this? In what areas of your life have you misunderstood God's patience, and how is his kindness calling you to repentance?…
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Discussion Questions In what areas of your life do you feel divided from others, and how can the gospel bring unity? How does the gospel challenge the idea that our value comes from what we accomplish? In what ways does the truth of God's grace offer freedom from performance-based living? How can you live out the gospel as a present power shaping y…
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Discussion Questions How can you intentionally seek the welfare of the city or community where God has placed you? What opportunities for spiritual multiplication might you be overlooking in your current life? How do fears or feelings of inadequacy hinder you from sharing the gospel or making disciples in the context where God has called you?…
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Discussion Questions Is there a chasm between your current view of work and the biblical perspective we learned today, and what needs to change to bridge that gap? Reflect on a time when you found joy and fulfillment in your work. What factors contributed to that experience, and how can you cultivate those factors in your current situation? Discuss…
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Discussion Questions In what ways can you and your spouse better embody the concept of "one flesh" in your relationship? How can you prioritize friendship and companionship in your marriage to reflect the biblical ideal, and what steps can you take to ensure your spouse is your closest friend and confidant? How does mutual submission play a role in…
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Discussion Questions Paul emphasizes that physical oneness should be accompanied by whole-life oneness. How can this principle shape your approach to relationships and marriage? Discuss how different generations within the church might view sex and sexuality. How can we foster healthy conversations about godly sexuality across generational lines? P…
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Discussion Questions What messages do you regularly hear regarding gender and identity? Where do they align with God's good design and where do they distort it? In what areas are you tempted to rely on yourself as the ultimate source of authority, knowledge, and trustworthiness instead of God? What does it look like to walk in continual repentance?…
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Discussion Questions How does acknowledging and accepting your limitations impact your relationship with God and your dependence on Him? How does the idea of extending grace to yourself challenge or encourage you, and in what ways can you be more gracious to yourself when you fall short of your own expectations? How does spiritual rest catalyze oth…
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Discussion Questions Which one of these four ways of interacting with God (Over God – Under God – From God – For God) are you most tempted to live from? and how do you experience them in your life? How does “Life With God” transform each of these approaches? What does it look like to prioritize your relationship with God through the regular rhythms…
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Discussion Questions What does it mean to you personally to be created in the image of God? How does this shape your self-worth and identity? In what ways can recognizing the divine likeness in others change the way we treat them? In other words, how can we cultivate a community that truly respects and reflects the image of God in every individual,…
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