Bible Discussion Questions for Living With Christ

It would be a pleasure to help you prepare for your Sabbath School class! Here are some engaging discussion questions based on this week’s study of Colossians 3 designed to help your group dive deeper into what it means to live with Christ 📖🙏.

Heavenly-Mindedness and Daily Renewal

• Mountains are often associated with seeking God, yet true closeness to heaven is a miracle of grace rather than physical elevation Psalms 121:1-2CG 464.3. In what practical ways can we "seek those things which are above" while still being of "earthly use" in our daily responsibilities Colossians 3:1-2FW 101.1?

• Spiritual transformation is a genuine reality for those who have received a new heart17MR 358.3. Why is it necessary for us to experience a "daily renewal" of our minds to avoid falling into temptation 2 Corinthians 4:16COL 159.4?

• Our eternal life is currently "hidden with Christ in God" Colossians 3:3. How can we make sure this hidden life is outwardly expressed in our characters todayChS 104.7+1?

Ending Earthliness and the New Man

• Believers are instructed to "mortify" or put to death sinful desires such as passion, evil concupiscence, and covetousness Colossians 3:5. How do we distinguish this spiritual "mortification" from human efforts like self-inflicted penance or "monkery"ARSH September 18, 1900, page 600.7+1?

• The "old man" represents a state of slavery to sin, while the "new man" is a new creation Romans 6:6BEST June 6, 1904, page 277.1. What are the most significant "clothing" changes we have had to make in our own lives since we "put on" Christ Ephesians 4:22-24AA 477.1?

• Human wrath does not produce the righteousness of God James 1:19-20. How does understanding the "But now" in Colossians 3:8 help us turn away from anger, malice, and abusive language in our personal relationships20LtMs, Lt 211, 1905, par. 18+1?

Character and the Bond of Love

• As the "elect of God," we are called to be holy and beloved17LtMs, Ms 30, 1902, par. 14. How does the knowledge that God chose us enable us to "put on" tender mercies and humbleness of mind with sincerity Colossians 3:12+1?

• Love is described as the "bond of perfection" or the "bond of perfectness" Colossians 3:14SL 87.2. In a world full of division, how can this specific type of love act as a "sentinel" to keep our hearts and churches unitedTSA 89.1+1?

• We are told to forgive others "even as Christ forgave" us Colossians 3:13. Why is a lack of forbearance and patience such a "reproach to God’s cause" in the church today15MR 124.4+1?

Living the New Life through Word and Song

• Christ is in control when we willingly surrender our wills to HimSC 47.1. How does letting the "word of Christ dwell in you richly" change the atmosphere of a home or a church business meeting Colossians 3:161888 191.2?

• Music is a precious gift designed to uplift the thoughts and inspire the soulBDOC 13.6. How have "psalms and hymns and spiritual songs" helped fix God's words in your memory or subdued a "rude and uncultivated nature"TEd 100.1+1?

• The standard of the "Golden Rule" is the true standard of ChristianityGCB July 1, 1900, page 179.7. What must we stop doing if we find it impossible to do that specific thing "in the name of the Lord Jesus" Colossians 3:17SITI October 17, 1895, page 643.34?

Our Influence as a Church Body

• A local church should be a "spectacle to the world, to angels, and to men"3SM 15.3. What should our lack of "worldly distinctions" like race or status tell the community about the power of the gospel Colossians 3:11GCB/GCDB 1895, page 310.8?

• God's purpose is to glorify Himself in His people before the world3TT 290.1. How does our local church impact our community by demonstrating Christ’s long-suffering love and truthPP 134.2+1?

• Justification by faith is a divine declaration of righteousness that frees us from condemnation Romans 5:11888 899.1. How can we share this "new song" of forgiveness with those in our neighborhood who are currently "ready to perish"13LtMs, Ms 43a, 1898, par. 18+1?

I hope these questions spark a wonderful and spirit-filled conversation in your class 😇✨!