Group Discussion Guide
So That You May Know, Part 4
This guide is designed to help your group create a space for genuine connection and conversation within your discussion time. Don't feel pressured to address every question each week. Instead, allow the Holy Spirit to guide you as you lead your group in uncovering what God intends to communicate during your time together.
This guide comprises three sections: Loving, Learning, and Living. Each section aims to steer your conversation towards meaningful discussions about spiritual growth as individuals and as members of the body of Christ.
This guide comprises three sections: Loving, Learning, and Living. Each section aims to steer your conversation towards meaningful discussions about spiritual growth as individuals and as members of the body of Christ.
LOVING
First moments together as a group to connect and pray (approx. 10-15 min).
Open with prayer and invite God to be part of your conversation and relationship.
- How have you seen God at work in your life since the last time we met?
- What has been one high and one low since the last time we met?
- How did you do with living out what we talked about last time we met?
Open with prayer and invite God to be part of your conversation and relationship.
LEARNING
The majority of the group discussion is devoted to open dialogue, reflecting on God’s Word and its personal application to each of our lives (approx. 60-75 min).
Scripture References from Message: 1 John 2:18-27
Big Idea from Message: We stay anchored in the true Christ by His truth, His Spirit, and His church.
Scripture References from Message: 1 John 2:18-27
Big Idea from Message: We stay anchored in the true Christ by His truth, His Spirit, and His church.
John warns about false teaching and people reshaping who Jesus is. In your own words, why do you think it’s so easy for people (including Christians) to drift into distorted views of Jesus today?
John says to “let what you heard from the beginning remain in you” (v.24). What are some ways culture or personal preference tries to subtly redefine truth for us, and how do you practically stay anchored in what is true about Jesus?
The passage talks about the “anointing” (v.27), pointing to the work of the Holy Spirit. How have you seen the Spirit guide, convict, or clarify truth in your own life? Where do you find it hardest to trust His leading?
John reminds believers that they are strong because God’s Word lives in them (v.14). Where do you tend to rely on your own strength instead of what God has already placed in you?
Deception often doesn’t look obvious, it feels convincing. What are some warning signs in your life that might indicate you’re drifting from truth rather than staying anchored in it?
John says to “let what you heard from the beginning remain in you” (v.24). What are some ways culture or personal preference tries to subtly redefine truth for us, and how do you practically stay anchored in what is true about Jesus?
The passage talks about the “anointing” (v.27), pointing to the work of the Holy Spirit. How have you seen the Spirit guide, convict, or clarify truth in your own life? Where do you find it hardest to trust His leading?
John reminds believers that they are strong because God’s Word lives in them (v.14). Where do you tend to rely on your own strength instead of what God has already placed in you?
Deception often doesn’t look obvious, it feels convincing. What are some warning signs in your life that might indicate you’re drifting from truth rather than staying anchored in it?
LIVING
The challenge for the week ahead is to grow in our faith and lovingly hold each other accountable through the community.
This week, be intentional about staying anchored in Christ by choosing one simple rhythm to focus on. Spend time each day in Scripture, paying close attention to who Jesus is and what is true about Him. As you go throughout your day, pause and ask the Holy Spirit to give you clarity, wisdom, and discernment in what you’re thinking, hearing, and believing. And don’t do it alone—reach out to someone in your church community for an honest spiritual conversation, allowing truth to be reinforced through relationship. The goal is not perfection, but consistency—choosing each day to resist drifting and remain rooted in what is true.
This week, be intentional about staying anchored in Christ by choosing one simple rhythm to focus on. Spend time each day in Scripture, paying close attention to who Jesus is and what is true about Him. As you go throughout your day, pause and ask the Holy Spirit to give you clarity, wisdom, and discernment in what you’re thinking, hearing, and believing. And don’t do it alone—reach out to someone in your church community for an honest spiritual conversation, allowing truth to be reinforced through relationship. The goal is not perfection, but consistency—choosing each day to resist drifting and remain rooted in what is true.