Kingdom Incarnate Part 10 with Discussion Guide
Kingdom Incarnate Part 10 Discussion Guide
Summary
The sermon focuses on the importance of Scripture in Jesus’ life and ministry, particularly examining how Jesus used the Bible to defeat temptation in Luke 4. The pastor discusses the historical significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls discovery in 1947, which provided evidence of the Bible’s accuracy and preservation over 2,000 years. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus relied on Scripture to combat the enemy’s three main temptation strategies: lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and pride of life.
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, as we gather to study Your Word, we ask that You open our hearts and minds to understand how Jesus used Scripture to overcome temptation. Help us to be receptive to Your teaching and guide us in applying these truths to our own lives. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Ice Breaker
What was your favorite book as a child and why?
Key Verses
2 Timothy 3:16-17
Luke 4:1-13
1 John 2:15-16
Genesis 3:1-6
Questions
How does Jesus’ use of Scripture during temptation demonstrate its importance in our daily lives?
What are some ways the enemy tries to prevent believers from reading the Bible?
How do you see the three temptation strategies (lust of flesh, eyes, and pride of life) manifesting in today’s world?
Why do you think Jesus, being the Son of God, still relied on Scripture to combat temptation?
What role does love play in overcoming temptation according to the sermon?
How can we better prepare ourselves to face temptation using God’s Word?
What is your ‘go-to’ Scripture verse and why is it meaningful to you?
How has regular Bible reading impacted your relationship with Jesus?
Life Application
This week, choose and memorize one ‘go-to’ Scripture verse that you can use when facing temptation. Make a commitment to read your Bible daily, even if it’s just for a few minutes, and notice how it affects your relationship with God.
Key Takeaways
Jesus loved and relied on Scripture throughout His ministry
The enemy uses three main strategies for temptation: lust of flesh, lust of eyes, and pride of life
The Dead Sea Scrolls provide historical evidence of the Bible’s preservation and accuracy
Regular Bible reading is essential for spiritual growth and overcoming temptation
Ending Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for showing us the power of Your Word in overcoming temptation. Help us to follow Your example by treasuring Scripture and using it in our daily lives. Give us the discipline to read Your Word regularly and the wisdom to apply it when facing temptation. In Your name we pray, Amen.
This series may be taken as a course offered by the Online Bible Institute. For more information check out the Keys Vineyard Ministries Courses page.
Steve Lawes is a Church Consultant and also provides coaching for pastors, churches, ministries and church planters.
