Gospel Fellowship of Sussex - Review Preview Questions

Sermon Review/Preview Questions

Sermon review --2 Corinthians 4:13-18:

What is the perspective that Paul gives us in this passage that helps us to persevere through life's many afflictions? How does this give you hope and encouragement?
What perspectives are we prone to fall into in our own human thinking? How can this hinder our perseverance?

Sermon preview -- 2 Corinthians 5:1-5:

How do you believe this passage relates to what came before and what comes after?
What do we learn about the role of the Holy Spirit from this text?

Sermon review --2 Corinthians 5:1-5:

What comparisons would you make between our present body and our future resurrection body from this text? How does this promise help you to persevere in the face of great trial, suffering and even death?
How does the indwelling Holy Spirit now give you confidence that God will follow through on His promise in eternity?
Sermon preview -- 2 Corinthians 5:6-10:
What two possibilities does Paul discuss in verses 6-8? What is Paul's attitude towards each of these possibilities? What is his aim in either possibility (v.9)? Why is this his aim (v.10)?
How is this a fitting conclusion on this section on perseverance (4:1-5:10)?