Discussion Starter:
Do you feel pressure to conform?
1. How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?
Break with the past
- “Do not conform to the pattern of this world.” (Romans 12:2)
- “Don’t let the world around you squeeze you into its mould.” (v.2, J. B. Phillips)
Make a new start
- “Let God transform you inwardly by a complete change.” (v.2, GNT)
God has treasures in store for us.
- Sincere love (v.9)
- Enthusiasm in your relationship with God (Romans v.11)
2. How do we do it?
“Offer your bodies ....” (Romans 12:1)
- Time
- Priorities
- Ambitions (Matthew 6:33) – Money
- Ears
- Eyes
- Mouth
- Hands
- Sexuality
“... as a living sacrifice.”
- We will find freedom.
- There will be a cost.
- There will be challenges.
3. Why should we do it?
What God has done for us?
“... in view of God’s mercy.” (Romans 12:1)
What God has planned for our future?
“... his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (v.2)
Discussion
- What are you thoughts on the Alpha Weekend?
- What did you think or feel about this talk?
- Why do you think bad things happen?
- Where does temptation come from?
- How do you resist temptation?
Recommended Reading
- The Jesus Lifestyle by Nicky Gumbel
- Life in Christ by Raniero Cantalamessa
