At Trailhead, we believe that church is not just about growing in God’s Word but doing so in community. We have designed this study guide to help you follow along with Sunday’s message. Study the scriptures, take notes, and then reinforce what you learned by answering a few questions. Ask others to join you in discussion, whether it be with your family or online with your Trailhead study group. Let’s have church!
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Interactive Scriptures and Notes
Romans 6:23 (NIV)
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
John 10:10 (NIV)
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
Acts 1:8 (NIV)
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.
Philippians 4:4-9 (MSG)
Celebrate God all day, every day. I mean, revel in him! Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them. Help them see that the Master is about to arrive. He could show up any minute! Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life. Summing it all up, friends, I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse. Put into practice what you learned from me, what you heard and saw and realized. Do that, and God, who makes everything work together, will work you into his most excellent harmonies.
Matthew 5:3 (NIV)
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Other Notes
Discussion Questions
1) Being kingdom-minded means understanding that kingdom living isn’t only about eternity in Heaven – it’s also about an eternal quality of life with God right now! As amazing as Heaven will be, what are the consequences of not focusing on living kingdom-minded here on Earth? How would you describe the life God wants for you now?
2) Our attitudes, decisions, and behaviors are influenced by what we focus on. How are these affected when your focus is on the Kingdom of God versus your cirucmstances or other worldly distractions? Why is it important to approach life’s challenges with a kingdom mindset?
3) We cannot afford to entertain messages that work against the peace of God. How can we shield ourselves against these tools of the enemy that seek to rob us of our peace? What are some practical things we can do to maintain a kingdom mindset?