Discussion Questions - God's Design for Gospel Advancement
Part of 1 & 2 Timothy
May 21, 2023

Icebreaker - Growing up, what were you taught about the differences (or lack thereof) between men and women?
Read 1 Timothy 2:1-15
1. Why is it important to read 1 Timothy 2 in its literary context of chapters 1 and 3? How does this help us understand the passage? Should we do this with all Scripture

  1. When we consider the breadth of Christ’s sacrifice, how should it influence our prayers? If you struggle to pray in this way, why do you?

  2. Do your prayers and lives reflect a belief that Christ’s sacrifice really can cross any boundary? How might meditating on this, and praying in this way, affect how you go about your daily life?

  3. Do you agree or disagree with the application of this passage to the roles of men and women in the church?

  4. How does our cultural moment detract from the goodness of genders? How might an acceptance of God’s design for gender lead to greater joy and flourishing?

  5. How have you seen a difference in genders be abused, and how can this be redeemed with an understanding of God’s good design?

  6. How does this discussion of gender relate to God’s global mission?