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| - | God engages us in our faith with our mind and our heart. If we first come to Him in one area, he helps us find him in the other. |
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| 1. | In Luke 10:27, Jesus speaks of loving God with all our heart, soul, strength, and mind. What does this mean? |
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| 2. | In Mark 9:23-24, a father asks Jesus to heal his son, saying, "Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief." How does this encounter illustrate the tension between the heart and mind in matters of faith? |
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| 3. | How does the Apostle Peter's reference to the "sure word of prophecy" in 2 Peter 1:19 teach us to engage in our faith journey with our heart and mind? |
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| 4. | What is the significance of the Apostle Peter's speech at Pentecost in relation to the development of his faith? |
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| 5. | In Acts 9:3-6, Saul has a dramatic encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. How does this experience differ from Peter and Andrew's calling in Matthew 4:18-20? |
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| 6. | How did Saul of Tarsus’ beliefs and actions hinder his faith in Jesus? Why did he not listen to his conscience? |
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| 7. | How does the Apostle Paul's advice to Timothy in 2 Timothy 1:7 reflect his own journey toward a balanced faith? |
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| 8. | What are some examples of how the Apostle Peter demonstrated his emotional engagement in his walk with Jesus? |
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| 9. | What are some ways in which our "feeling" and "thinking" about our faith can become compartmentalized? How can we ensure our hearts and minds are engaged with God in our faith journey? |
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| 10. | How can understanding the two sides of faith help us better appreciate our brethren and more effectively share the Truth with others? |
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