"The Coat of Quanah" 08.24.2025
Opening Prayer
Key Takeaways:
1. Jealousy and selfish ambition are deeply rooted human behaviors, not just family traits.
2. Unchecked jealousy can lead to destructive actions and break God's heart.
3. Love is the antithesis of jealousy and selfish ambition.
4. God can redeem even our worst mistakes and transform them for good.
Discussion Questions:
1. The sermon discusses Joseph's brothers' jealousy. Can you recall a time when you experienced jealousy? How did it affect your actions and relationships?
2. Pastor Ryan mentions that jealousy and selfish ambition are listed alongside other sins like drunkenness and immorality. Why do you think we often downplay the seriousness of jealousy?
3. How does the story of Joseph demonstrate the destructive power of jealousy within families? Can you think of modern examples where jealousy has caused similar harm?
4. The sermon emphasizes that love is the antithesis of jealousy. What practical steps can we take to cultivate love and combat jealousy in our lives?
5. Discuss the concept of humility as presented in Philippians 2:3. How can esteeming others better than ourselves help counteract jealousy?
6. How can we recognize and address 'selfish ambition' in our own lives, as warned against in the sermon?
7. Pastor Ryan mentions God's ability to redeem our mistakes. Share an experience where you've seen God work good out of a difficult situation caused by jealousy or selfish ambition.
Practical Applications:
1. This week, practice the "humility check." When you feel jealous, pause and try to appreciate the other person's qualities or blessings instead.
2. Identify an area in your life where jealousy or selfish ambition might be present. Commit to praying about it daily, asking God to replace it with love.
3. Write a note of encouragement to someone you may have felt jealous towards in the past, focusing on their positive qualities.
4. Memorize 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 as a reminder of what love looks like in action.
Closing Prayer:
Thank God for His redeeming love and ask for His help in rooting out jealousy and selfish ambition from our hearts. Pray for the group to grow in love and humility towards one another and others in their lives.
Opening Prayer
Key Takeaways:
1. Jealousy and selfish ambition are deeply rooted human behaviors, not just family traits.
2. Unchecked jealousy can lead to destructive actions and break God's heart.
3. Love is the antithesis of jealousy and selfish ambition.
4. God can redeem even our worst mistakes and transform them for good.
Discussion Questions:
1. The sermon discusses Joseph's brothers' jealousy. Can you recall a time when you experienced jealousy? How did it affect your actions and relationships?
2. Pastor Ryan mentions that jealousy and selfish ambition are listed alongside other sins like drunkenness and immorality. Why do you think we often downplay the seriousness of jealousy?
3. How does the story of Joseph demonstrate the destructive power of jealousy within families? Can you think of modern examples where jealousy has caused similar harm?
4. The sermon emphasizes that love is the antithesis of jealousy. What practical steps can we take to cultivate love and combat jealousy in our lives?
5. Discuss the concept of humility as presented in Philippians 2:3. How can esteeming others better than ourselves help counteract jealousy?
6. How can we recognize and address 'selfish ambition' in our own lives, as warned against in the sermon?
7. Pastor Ryan mentions God's ability to redeem our mistakes. Share an experience where you've seen God work good out of a difficult situation caused by jealousy or selfish ambition.
Practical Applications:
1. This week, practice the "humility check." When you feel jealous, pause and try to appreciate the other person's qualities or blessings instead.
2. Identify an area in your life where jealousy or selfish ambition might be present. Commit to praying about it daily, asking God to replace it with love.
3. Write a note of encouragement to someone you may have felt jealous towards in the past, focusing on their positive qualities.
4. Memorize 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 as a reminder of what love looks like in action.
Closing Prayer:
Thank God for His redeeming love and ask for His help in rooting out jealousy and selfish ambition from our hearts. Pray for the group to grow in love and humility towards one another and others in their lives.