Do Not Be Unaware
April 16, 2023
Key Scriptures
- Ephesians 4:1-3
- 1 Peter 5:8-10
- 2 Corinthians 11:3
- Ephesians 6:10-12
- Romans 5:18-21
- Hebrews 12:4-15
- 2 Corinthians 2:10-11
- Colossians 2:13-14
Key Points
- Believers have a mission as reconcilers to carry the Good News with love to a lost world and to be eager to maintain unity with others.
- Satan’s mission is to take us off mission.
- Satan uses tactics like distraction, discouragement, and division.
- Believers who are trying to advance the Gospel are not affective when they are outwitted by Satan, holding on to unforgiveness or resentment.
- We must be watchful, alert, and aware of our adversary’s devises and schemes.
- We are to remember that our fight is not against flesh and blood.
- We must keep short accounts and be quick to forgive.
- God can use Satan’s devises to help refine us in the process of reconciliation.
- Grace is our secret weapon to offer to those who offend, thereby canceling the record just as Christ has graced us with forgiveness.
Discussion Questions
- Have you been distracted from your mission? Why?
- Are you currently struggling to be unified in any relationships?
- Have you discovered any of Satan’s strategies that he tries to use against you?
- As a group, pray and formulate a plan to help others in relational struggles.