Won’t You Be My Neighbor – Wk. 6

Won’t You Be My Neighbor? – Wk. 6

Ephesians 4:24-25

Observations:

1. A huge part of loving our neighbor involves learning to consistently and speak the to them.

• John 14:6
• Ephesians 4:15

2. We need to speak the truth to our neighbors about , so they can see our imperfections and have an to love us.

• Romans 12:3

3. We need to speak the truth to our neighbors about and their need for .

• Romans 10:14
• James 3:10

Application:

1. all falsehood with your neighbor.
2. Embrace with your neighbor.
3. Consistently the goodness of God found in Christ.

Family Discussion Points:

*Open by reading Ephesians 4:24-25.

1. Why is speaking the truth an important part of loving your neighbor?
2. Can you give some examples of things that are not considered truth? Why are we so prone to discussing these things instead of Jesus?
3. Are you normally authentic about yourself with your neighbor? If not, what is preventing you from doing so?
4. When was the last time you shared the truth of Christ with a neighbor?
5. Do you consider yourself a person who consistently perpetuates the truth? If not, why?

* Close by practicing authenticity: share one personal prayer request/need with your group to allow them to minister to you through prayer.