Life Group Questions
In this sermon series on The Book of Revelation, Orchard Church walks Christians through a book that is often difficult to understand. Revelation warns of eternal judgment for those who side with Satan and pursue the system of the world. The church, on the other hand, is called to persevere in the midst of persecution so that we might obtain our reward in a new heaven and a new earth where we will enjoy God forever.
Discussion Questions
Revelation 2:12-17
Open
- As a kid, was there a local "haunted house" in your town? Did you ever dare to go in?
Dig
- What pressures are the Christians in Pergamum facing? At what point are they strong? Where are they tempted? Which do you think is easier to endure: Persecution by enemies or seduction by the culture? Why?
- Why is the title by which Christ reveals himself so appropriate to these Christians? 3. What is the significance of the sword (v.16)? Of the manna and stone (v.17)?
Reflect
- What cultural influences distract you from your relationship with Christ? How subtle are these influences in your life? How direct?
- What weapons has God given you to do battle with? Which has proved very helpful?
General Life Group Questions
- Is there a sermon point or illustration that you liked or connected with?
- Which Bible verse or verses stood out to you the most?
- Take some time to re-read the Bible verses that stood out to you?
- How do the Bible verses connect to the sermon points?
- How do you think God is speaking to you with these verses?
- What do you think God may be asking you to do with what he is saying to you?
- Think about how you might share this message in your own words with someone.
- Ask God to put someone on your heart to share this message with.
- Who is that person? How will you share God’s truth with them?