1. REVIEW

In this study we learned that the Apostle Paul was resilient because he was preparing to give a good report at the Judgment Seat of Christ. The Judgment Seat of Christ is not a time of judgment for salvation but a time of evaluating performance: How well did we serve God after He saved us?  In this section we will explore how you are facing challenges in your life and how you are preparing for that day of accountability.

2. APPLICATION

A. Have you been feeling overwhelmed with life? Select and explain your answer from the list below.
___ Marriage
___ Parenting
___ Job
___ Ministry
___ Trials
___ Other
___ I am currently not feeling overwhelmed or discouraged.

B. What is one excuse you are entertaining in your mind in order to quit or give up?
Excuse:____________________________________________________________

3. GET DEEPER

A. There are three convictions that help a disciple to keep going despite all kinds of life challenges.
Select the ones that are true of you.

___ I am living life with eternal perspective, often thinking beyond the here and now.
___ I often remember that I am on earth temporarily as I journey to my true home in heaven.
___ I want to honor Jesus by giving him a good report at the Judgement Seat of Christ.

A. Read the words of Jesus in Matthew 25:23 out loud.  “Well done, good and faithful servant!  You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!” What obstacle could keep you from hearing Jesus say these words about you at the Judgment Seat of Christ? Obstacle: _________________________________________________________


4. GROUP PRAYER

(1) Thank God for loving you and for calling you to live for Him.
(2) Ask God to reveal any excuses in your heart that are keeping you from serving God well.
(3) Tell God about your desire to honor Jesus at the Judgment Seat of Christ.
(4) Give God your concerns and invite Him to strengthen your determination to live for Him.