"It is Well with My Soul"

What about the pain from holy zeal? (1 Peter 3:13-22; Revelation 6:9-11)

1. Sin’s penalty is gone—forever; your pain is not sin’s condem- nation (1 Peter 3:18; Romans 8:1-3).

2. God has us and we have God (1 Peter 3:18).

3. Following Jesus means following Him through difficulty (1 Peter 3:17-18; Philippians 3:10; Colossians 1:24-29; Luke 14:25-35).

4. The Gospel is astounding - unleash it, proclaim it, adorn it, believe in it (1 Peter 3:19-20). Jesus was preached by Noah!

5. Remember your baptism and its promise of no condemnation (1 Peter 3:21).

6. Our King is Lord of all (1 Peter 3:22; Colossians 1:16-19; Hebrews 1:8; Revelation 1:5; Romans 11:33-36; Revelation 7:13-17; 19:11-21).

Life Group Discussion Guide

1. Why are we, as Americans, so consumed with health, wealth, happiness, and comfort?

2. Has the American lifestyle and expectation of comfort done violence to the evangelistic mandate?

3. What are some things to consider, when we are considering not being bold? (see sermon outline)

4. Why would Paul need prayer for boldness? Ephesians 6:19- 20; Acts 18:9-10

5. Read the following passages and talk about our evangelistic mandate. Ephesians 6:19-20; Colossians 4:2-6; Matthew 9:35-38; Matthew 24:12-14; Luke 12:8-9; Luke 14:25-35; John 17:18