Group Discussion

The Fourth Commandment: The Lord’s Day

Recap: When we looked at this together, we discussed how this commandment reminds us that as God calls us to enjoy the Lord’s Day, we :

1. Actively trust in the fact that He knows what we need.

2. Find assurance as we remember what Jesus has done for us.

3. Find ourselves reminded of our heavenly rest to come.

Discussions:

How has this commandment affected the way you think about Sunday and our worship?

What are some ways that we can honor the Lord on His day?

The Fifth Commandment: Honoring our Parents

Recap: When we looked at this together, we discussed how significant the role our parents play is and how important it is to honor them. However, we also discussed how difficult this is and that we have all failed here. In light of our failure, we recalled how Christ kept this for us and that by His obedience, we are blessed and encouraged to obey our own parents.

Discussion:

What are some areas that you struggle to respect the people God has placed as authorities in your life?

What are some ways that we can encourage and honor our parents in our daily lives?

The Sixth Commandment: You Shall Not Murder

Recap: When we looked at this commandment, we recalled how this addresses more than the physical act of murder and causes us to evaluate our anger and frustration. As we examined this subject, we found that as sinners our anger is corrupted with sin and can’t be totally trusted and how it is a sin to be unjustly angry. However, we also considered that Christ drank the cup of God’s anger toward our sin that we might be forgiven.

Discussion:

What are some things that really cause you to struggle with anger or frustration?

How does the grace of God toward us affect how we respond to others who might do us wrong?