Why?

Why can we trust the bible?

MEETING AGENDA:

  1. OPENING PRAYER – Ask one person to Open the meeting in prayer. 
  1. DEVELOPMENT QUESTIONS – Ask everyone the Development Questions. 
  1. ATTENDANCE – Take attendance through the SG Attendance System. 
  1. TODAY’S LESSON – Go over this week’s SG lesson. 
  1. CLOSING PRAYER – Ask for prayer requests and pray.  

Development Questions

Question #1

Who would like to share a highlight, praise report, or testimony from this week?

Question #2

What did you learn from this week’s sermon? 

Question #3

What was your most important accomplishment this week?

This Week's Passage:

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:15–21
15 And I will make every effort to see that after my departure you will always be able to remember these things.

16 For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. 17 He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.”[a] 18 We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain.

19 We also have the prophetic message as something completely reliable, and you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a light shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. 20 Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things. 21 For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.

Connection Question:

Who is someone in your life you trust completely, and what experiences helped build that trust?

Truth #1:

The Bible Is Rooted in Eyewitness Testimony 

Discussion Points:

  1. Peter reminded believers that he personally witnessed the majesty of Jesus Christ. (2 Peter 1:16–18)
  2. The gospel is based on historical events, not cleverly invented stories. (Luke 1:1-4)
  3. The apostles faithfully proclaimed what they saw, heard, and experienced with Christ. (1 John 1:1–3)

Growth Question:

What has strengthened your confidence in the truth of Scripture? 

Truth #2:

The Bible Is God’s Inspired and Reliable Word

Discussion Points:

  1. Peter declared that prophecy never originated from human will but from God Himself. (2 Peter 1:20–21)
  2. The Holy spirit guided human authors to communicate God's truth accurately. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
  3. God’s Word is perfect, trustworthy, and life-giving. (Psalm 19:7–9)

Growth Question:

What practical steps can help you treasure God's Word more deeply?

Truth #3:

The Bible Guides Us to Truth and Transformation

Discussion Points:

  1. Peter described God’s Word as a lamp shining in a dark place. (2 Peter 1:19)
  2.  Scripture provides wisdom and direction for everyday living. (Psalm 119:105)
  3.  The truth of God's Word sets believers free from deception and sin. (John 8:31-32)

Growth Question:

How has God’s Word guided you through a difficult season of life?

GO THEREFORE QUESTION:

Peter reminds us that God’s Word is trustworthy, inspired, and able to guide us in every season. What is one specific step you will take this week to deepen your confidence in Scripture and intentionally live according to its truth?

PRAYER:

Question #1

Who are you praying for  
to be saved? 

Question #2

Who can you invite to Church and/or to Small Group?  

Question #3

What are your prayer requests?