
Homework
1. Reflect
Within a day or two after the meeting, prayerfully reflect on the meeting and its content.
2. Prepare for Next Meeting
Coming Next: Theme 5: Walking in Humility—Meeting B
(1) Read Habits of Grace, by David Mathis, pp. 117-142 (chapters 10-12: HAVE HIS EAR (PRAYER): Sharpen Your Affections with Fasting; Journal as a Pathway to Joy; Take a Break from the Chaos) (~25 pages)
(2) Read article, “Discipleship or Grace: Must it be One or the Other?,” by Bill Kynes, found on CSLI website (from Knowing & Doing, Fall 2011, ~5 pages)
(3) Read Reflections, “Jesus Christ” (1 page)
(4) Watch Teaching Video, Walking in Humility, with Pastor Parker Williamson. Watch Here
As you watch the video, consider: What are Pastor Williamson’s primary points? What support does he provide for each of these points? Which one (or ones) do you find most relevant to your life at this time? What from the video might you like to share with family members and friends? What about the video might you like to discuss in the next small group meeting?
(5) Complete Bible Study, Luke 14:7-11; 18:9-14.
a. Read. Carefully read these passages. As you do so, consider: What does the text say? What was the original intent? What do the passages mean? How do the passages apply to my life, and the lives of others, today?
b. Reflect. What do these passages tell us about humility?