By Michael C. Mack 1. If you could develop a “new and improved” version of something, what would it be? (Warning: People are unacceptable responses!) What are the limitations of the old version? What would you change? Read Jeremiah 31:31-37. 2. Identify each of the “I will” statements. In your own […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. When have you been a part of a “Welcome Home” celebration? Whom was it for? How would you describe it? Read Jeremiah 30:1-3, 18-22. 2. What can you deduce from these verses about the troubles that were to come? 3. What promises did God make for […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. What thoughts or feelings do you have when a preacher, missionary, or charity asks for money you’ve worked so hard to earn? Read 2 Corinthians 8:1-14. 2. What is the connection between grace and generosity? 3. How do you account for the paradoxes of severe trials with overflowing joy […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. What’s your all-time, favorite love song? If you’re willing, sing a few lines! Read 2 Corinthians 6:1-13; 7:1-4. 2. How would you describe Paul’s attitude and heart in these passages—wishful, needy, pathetic, defensive, compassionate? Why? 3. If 2 Corinthians 6:4-10 were a résumé, would you […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Dr. John Henry Jowett said, “Ministry that costs nothing accomplishes nothing.” Do you agree or disagree? Why? Read 2 Corinthians 4:1-15. 2. Why does Paul say he and his team have not lost heart? (Also see v. 16.) What helped them maintain that attitude? 3. What personal standards for […]
