REALLIFE STUDY GROUP

“In It To Win It REMIX”

ICEBREAKER: What is the most unusual thing you have ever ridden?

(Mule, camel, elephant, dog, racecar, bike, motorcycle, rollercoaster, plane, train, covered wagon, sled, etc…)

OUTLINE: 3 Types of Temptation

1. The Lust of the Eyes

2. The Lust of the Flesh

3. The Pride Of Life

3 Things That are Lost when we accept the sin in our lives

1. We lose our tears because of a lack of brokenness before God

2. We lose our ears symbolically speaking because we can’t hear God

3. We lose the fear of the Lord so we don’t believe there are consequences for our sin

TEXT: Matthew 4:1-11, 1John 2:15-17

STUDY GROUP QUESTIONS:

1. What do you like or dislike most about NASCAR racing?

2. The enemy attempts to wreck our lives through temptation. Why do you think the Holy Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness to be tempted?

3. Which of the following do you think is most important tool to prepare for the unexpected season of temptation? (Prayer, Bible reading, Fasting, Getting an accountability partner, Recognizing what your weaknesses are, Keeping your motives pure before God, Studying what have been the temptations of your family lineage)

4. Name one thing in our country that has contributed to the lust of the eyes becoming so prevalent?

5. We talked about the uncontrolled sex drive, the pride ride and the need for speed (when we want to bypass the time it takes to build character and just get our inheritance). Which issue do you think is the biggest problem today?

6. Do you have a spotter in your life that could warn you and lovingly confront you without fear of retaliation?

7. We learned that sometimes success is determined by what you are willing to ignore. What do you need to ignore in order to stay focused on your goals? (Past Failures, Past Disappointments, Family Disputes, Offenses By Others, Distractions From Your Assignment) Be specific if you can.