Group Study Part 2: Be Transformed - Called to Live Holy
This session explores the biblical call to holiness, emphasizing the need for believers to be set apart from the world and sin. By focusing on key scriptures, we'll examine what it means to live a holy life and how we can purify ourselves in body and spirit.
Objective:
To gain a deeper understanding of what it means to live holy as God is holy, and to identify practical steps for purifying our lives from contamination by the world and sin.
1. Understanding Holiness:
Explanation: Discuss the biblical definition of holiness and what it means to be set apart for God.
- Key Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16 - "But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: ‘Be holy, because I am holy.’”
Scripture Discussion Points:
- What does it mean to be holy in everyday life?
- How can we practically set ourselves apart from the world and sin?
2. Purifying Ourselves in Body and Spirit:**
Explanation: Explore the implications of purifying our bodies and spirits, focusing on personal conduct and integrity.
- Key Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1 - "Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.”
Scripture Discussion Points:
- Discuss the types of contaminations we should avoid in our lives (e.g., what we watch, touch, go, say).
- What are some practical steps we can take to purify ourselves?
3. Living for God's Glory and Overcoming Sin:
Explanation: Discuss how living a holy life aligns with bringing glory to God and how Jesus enables us to overcome sin.
- Key Scripture: [Insert additional scripture related to living for God's glory or overcoming sin, if desired]
Scripture Discussion the Scripture…
- How does living a purified life bring glory to God?
- Share experiences where reliance on Jesus helped overcome sinful temptations.
Discussion Questions:
- How do you interpret being holy in your personal and social life?
- In what ways have you struggled with contamination from the world? How have you dealt with it?
- How does Jesus’ role in your life help you strive towards holiness?
Action Steps:
- Choose one area of your life to focus on purifying this week.
- Engage in daily prayer specifically for strength in achieving holiness in that area.
Closing Prayer Points for the Group:
- For Personal Sanctification: Pray that each member will find practical ways to enhance their personal holiness.
- For Support and Accountability: Ask God to help the group provide support and accountability to each other in their pursuit of holiness.
- For Clarity and Resistance: Seek God’s clarity and resistance against worldly influences.
For Strength in Weakness: Request God’s strength in areas where each member feels weak or tempted.