Thank you, SUSAN FARNHAM for providing our discussion questions for this book study. You are amazing!
[Pray] at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak. Ephesians 6:18-20
How does prayer affect proclaiming the gospel boldly?
Discuss Mr. Comfort’s example of the power of prayer against the deadly enemy in his interaction with James. (Pgs: 144-145)
One common mistake made in evangelism “is telling unbelievers they will end up in hell because they reject Jesus.”
How does Mr. Comfort remedy this approach in his evangelism? (Pgs: 150-152)
“Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces.”
Matthew 7:6
As Christians, are we to use this verse as an excuse to just walk away from someone whose pride prevents them from an understanding of the gospel?
Why? – (pg: 159,160)
Practical ways to redeem time
Mr. Comfort talks about the advantages of being an early riser in regard to your prayer life and study of the word. What are some of the reasons he cites.
“And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed.”
Mark 1:35
Jesus rose early.
What do your mornings say about you?