Sermon Questions
Sermon Questions for September 13, 2026
Christian Maturity and Discipleship
Where would you are in your Christian growth (developmentally, not chronological)?
__ New born
__ Toddler
__ Adolescent
__ Teenager
__ Young Adult
__ Mature Adult
Where do you think you SHOULD be?
Where do you WANT to be?
If a disciple of Jesus is a "learner," how would you describe yourself as a student? (Choose all that apply)
__ I didn't know that I was supposed to be a learner
__ I am an accidental learner, picking things up here and there, but nothing coherent.
__ I have never been taught by anyone, but I would like to be
__ I've got enough on my plate, so I am really not interested in growing
__ I know some stuff, but I want to grow more
__ I'm OK with what I already know, not really interested in growing any more
__ "I can't learn fast enough. The more I learn, the more I want to learn."
__ I've got such a long way to go.
__ I am a self-initiated learner and growing steadily
__ I am always learning more about Jesus, but I want to teach others what I have learned
__ I want to be part of a group that studies God's Word together, for life-change, not just for knowledge
__ I have had, or still have, a "Barnabas" (a mentor who is more mature in the faith than I am) from whom I learn on a regular basis.
__ I am regularly discipling (mentoring) a younger disciple of Jesus
How do you recognize a "carnal" (fleshly) Christian? (1 Corinthians 3:1-4)
How do you recognize when you are acting out of the "flesh"?
How do you personally guard against becoming a juvenile believer?
How can you tell that your "head knowledge" is changing your character, your behavior?
Three types of people are important for any disciple of Jesus:
a "Paul" (a more mature believer who can help you grow in the faith),
a "Barnabas" (who can walk alongside of you, "running buddy" who can encourage help you maintain the "holy habits" that you agree with help in your daily walk with Christ), and
a "Timothy" (a believer who is younger in their walk with Christ as you are -- not necessary younger chronologically, just not as far along as you, whom you can encourage and help grow through studying God's Word, praying, and "doing life" together).
Can you identify persons who have played these roles in your life?
Are these relationships that you desire to have?
If so, ask God to lead you to someone who can be in this part of your discipleship process.
If not, can you share with others why (season of life, disinterest, not really growing myself, etc.)
What is the single most valuable component of your becoming like Christ in mind and character that is part of your life today? Praise God for this gift of grace!
Are there other "holy habits" that you feel that God's Spirit might be prompting you to begin (or resume)? How can others help you make progress in this area?
What has been your experience been with "discipleship programs?"
Christian Maturity and Discipleship
Where would you are in your Christian growth (developmentally, not chronological)?
__ New born
__ Toddler
__ Adolescent
__ Teenager
__ Young Adult
__ Mature Adult
Where do you think you SHOULD be?
Where do you WANT to be?
If a disciple of Jesus is a "learner," how would you describe yourself as a student? (Choose all that apply)
__ I didn't know that I was supposed to be a learner
__ I am an accidental learner, picking things up here and there, but nothing coherent.
__ I have never been taught by anyone, but I would like to be
__ I've got enough on my plate, so I am really not interested in growing
__ I know some stuff, but I want to grow more
__ I'm OK with what I already know, not really interested in growing any more
__ "I can't learn fast enough. The more I learn, the more I want to learn."
__ I've got such a long way to go.
__ I am a self-initiated learner and growing steadily
__ I am always learning more about Jesus, but I want to teach others what I have learned
__ I want to be part of a group that studies God's Word together, for life-change, not just for knowledge
__ I have had, or still have, a "Barnabas" (a mentor who is more mature in the faith than I am) from whom I learn on a regular basis.
__ I am regularly discipling (mentoring) a younger disciple of Jesus
How do you recognize a "carnal" (fleshly) Christian? (1 Corinthians 3:1-4)
How do you recognize when you are acting out of the "flesh"?
How do you personally guard against becoming a juvenile believer?
How can you tell that your "head knowledge" is changing your character, your behavior?
Three types of people are important for any disciple of Jesus:
a "Paul" (a more mature believer who can help you grow in the faith),
a "Barnabas" (who can walk alongside of you, "running buddy" who can encourage help you maintain the "holy habits" that you agree with help in your daily walk with Christ), and
a "Timothy" (a believer who is younger in their walk with Christ as you are -- not necessary younger chronologically, just not as far along as you, whom you can encourage and help grow through studying God's Word, praying, and "doing life" together).
Can you identify persons who have played these roles in your life?
Are these relationships that you desire to have?
If so, ask God to lead you to someone who can be in this part of your discipleship process.
If not, can you share with others why (season of life, disinterest, not really growing myself, etc.)
What is the single most valuable component of your becoming like Christ in mind and character that is part of your life today? Praise God for this gift of grace!
Are there other "holy habits" that you feel that God's Spirit might be prompting you to begin (or resume)? How can others help you make progress in this area?
What has been your experience been with "discipleship programs?"