Circumstances Evaluated by the Gospel

Philippians 1:12 – 30

3 Questions to use in evaluation:

• Did it serve to advance the gospel?
• Was Jesus exalted by it?
• Did I live a life worthy of the gospel in the midst of it?

Discussion Questions:

• How is life going right now?
• What criteria do you normally use to evaluate your day?
• What are some of the “louder” circumstances in your life currently?
• How have/might they serve to advance the gospel?
• How have/might they serve to lift up Jesus?
• How can your response in midst of them reflect the gospel?
• What character traits are important to pursue?
• What character traits are important to resist?
• What makes is difficult for us to sacrifice comfort for the sake of mission?
• How would your life look different if you pursued mission more than comfort?