In the 12th episode of the Men at Grace podcast, Chris Rivers, Ben Temple, and Alex Borges, a member of Grace Church’s Downtown campus, discuss how pride and a desire to control our circumstances often prevent us from moving and experiencing the fullness God has for our lives. Share, listen, and then discuss the application, key ideas, and Scripture references in a one-on-one conversation or with a group of men.

Episode # 12 Study Questions: https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/men-at-grace

APPLICATION

1. Has God ever led you to serve in a role where the details were ambiguous or unclear? Was this difficult for you?  Why or why not?
2. What did this experience teach you about yourself? Teach you about God? What idols did it reveal in your life? What unexpected blessings did you receive from this experience?
3. If you have not served in a role that stretched you in some way or made you aware of your need for God, what is preventing you from taking that next step?
4. Alex mentioned two challenging questions: What am I spending my time on? Who actually depends on me? How would you answer these questions? Are you passive towards those in need around you? In what ways are you pouring yourself out for others?

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES

Anyone who wants to serve me must follow me, because my servants must be where I am. And the Father will honor anyone who serves me. John 12:26

For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. Genesis 5:13

RESOURCES

Men’s Roundtable: This teaching can be found at: gracechurchsc.org/mrt

Grace Church Serving Interest Form: https://my.gracechurchsc.org/InterestForm

Join a Men’s Roundtable study by finding a campus near you and register for Authentic Manhood at: gracechurchsc.org/mrt

If you know a man who would benefit from hearing this episode, share it with him. Having intentional conversations around these principles is a great way to disciple and help others move towards Christ.

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