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Discussion Guide

Voices | Silencing the Voice of Pride | Part 6

Tyler Minton
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October 20, 2024

Main Idea

The central theme of Pastor Tyler's sermon was the recognition and rejection of pride in our lives. He taught us that pride can be deceptive, often manifesting in subtle ways that diminish our reliance on God, our connections with others, and our openness to different viewpoints. By contrasting pride with humility, Pastor Tyler encouraged us to seek understanding, share burdens, and value people as treasures rather than tools. He reminded us that humility is not about self-degradation but about recognizing our place before God and others, and living in a way that honors that relationship.

Scripture References

Proverbs 3:34, 1 Peter 5:5, James 4:6, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Isaiah 40:29-31, Proverbs 27:5-6, James 5:19-20, Luke 17:3, Proverbs 13:10, Proverbs 18:13, Luke 18:9-14, Galatians 6:3-5, James 4:11b, James 4:6-10, Luke 22:42, Psalm 139:23-24

1. Can you recall a recent situation where pride affected your behavior or decision-making?

Pride inflates the self by deflating others, while humility recognizes the value of every person and our collective need for grace.

2. How can we practice humility in our daily interactions with others?

Discussion Questions:

3. What are some practical ways to support and uplift those who are struggling around us?

4. How does recognizing our own limitations lead to a greater dependence on God and community?

5. In what ways can we ensure that we are valuing people as treasures rather than using them as tools?

We are not the church for our own sake; we are the church for the world, called to serve and not to be served.

Summary

Pastor Tyler Minton delivered a powerful message titled 'The Voice of Pride' at our church, where he explored the dangers of pride and the importance of humility. He explained how pride often minimizes our need for God and others, our impact on others, the perspectives of others, and the humanity of others. Pastor Tyler emphasized that pride can lead us to avoid vulnerability and responsibility, while humility allows us to embrace both. He also highlighted that pride can distort our view of God's perspective, urging us to adopt a posture of humility in our relationship with God and others.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Let's take time this week to reflect on areas where pride may be influencing our thoughts and actions, and consciously choose humility.

Encourage one another in our community to share burdens and openly discuss our struggles, fostering a culture of humility and support.

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