Respect Worship for All
We want to make sure everyone who gathers has the opportunity to clearly hear from God and grow in Him. Today pastor Ryan teaches that: “Respectful Gatherings Bless Everyone: Those Present, and Those to Come” from 1 Corinthians 14:20-40.
Application Questions
Look Back
Share any ways you were able to share a scripture and encourage someone this past week.
Look Up
What stood out to you most today?
Read 1 Corinthians 14:20-25
Why does Paul elevate prophecy in a church gathering over tongues? How does this happen? Share anytime you have had an experience of the convicting word of God in your life.
Read 1 Corinthians 14:26-40
What level of participation does Paul encourage for everyone? How could this be incorporated into your life? Our churches life?
What are ways we can be sure the prophecy spoken is true and worthy?
How do we understand Paul’s instruction to women in view of this passages context? How does this fit into our worship context today?
How does an orderly, respectful gathering bless everyone? Share anytime when you have seen the opposite. Share times when you have seen it work well.
Look Ahead
Take a moment and ask God how he wants you to respond. Are there ways you can contribute to a gathering of believers? How can you be ready to encourage others this Christmas season? Share your plan for action.