Learning on the Way
How have you viewed or been taught the scripture, “Work out your own salvation,” in the past? How did the message challenge these views?
Naturally, we will always desire a selfish life. However, Jesus and the Holy Spirit enable us to desire and choose a different kind of life. Have you ever prayed for Jesus to change your selfish desires? How have you seen your heart and desires changed through His work in you?
Do you recognize or acknowledge your tendency to grumble and complain? How do you see unbelief in your complaining?
The foundational reason for complaining is that we deserve better or more than what God has given. In what areas does your grumbling and complaining reveal your discontent? What do you think you deserve more of?
The cross shuts down complaining. How does taking your complaining and grumbling heart to the cross shut down your complaints or change your heart?