KE Group Questions
Week of June 28, 2026

Summary
In this sermon, Pastor Joel explores the concept of 'fathering others' in the faith, drawing from 1 Corinthians 4:14-17 where the Apostle Paul addresses the church at Corinth. The central message is that every believer who has been brought into the faith through the Gospel carries a responsibility to intentionally invest in others, helping them grow toward spiritual maturity. Just as Paul considered Timothy his son in the faith, believers are called to move beyond simply receiving the Gospel and begin pouring into the lives of those around them through discipleship, mentorship, and consistent presence.

Ice Breaker
Who is someone in your life, inside or outside of the church, who has poured into you and helped shape who you are today? What is one thing you remember about them?

Key Verses
  1. 1 Corinthians 4:14-17 New Living Translation (NLT)
  2. 2 Timothy 2:2 New Living Translation (NLT)
  3. Proverbs 22:6 New Living Translation (NLT)
  4. 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20 New Living Translation (NLT)
  5. 1 Corinthians 13 New Living Translation (NLT)

Questions
  1. Paul told the church at Corinth that they had many instructors but not many fathers. What do you think is the difference between someone who instructs you and someone who truly fathers or mothers you in the faith?
  2. The sermon described a cycle where we receive the Gospel, grow, and then pour into others. Where do you feel you currently are in that cycle, and what might be holding you back from moving forward?
  3. Paul said in 1 Corinthians 4:16 (NLT) to imitate him as he imitated Christ. What does it look like practically to live a life that others can follow? Is that a standard you feel comfortable inviting others into?
  4. The pastor shared that one of the most powerful tools we have is our personal testimony. How comfortable are you sharing your story with others, and what makes it feel difficult or easy?
  5. Spiritual fathering and mothering requires intentionality. It does not happen by accident. What are some practical ways you could be more intentional about investing in someone else's spiritual growth this season?
  6. The sermon mentioned that in order to father or mother others well, you yourself need to be fathered and instructed. Who is currently speaking into your life spiritually, and how are you staying open to growth?
  7. The church in Corinth struggled with division, immaturity, and placing too much value on outward gifts like speaking in tongues, while neglecting love. How do you see similar tendencies show up in church communities today, and how can we guard against them?
  8. The pastor closed with a declaration that included the phrase, 'I will leave a legacy.' What kind of spiritual legacy do you want to leave, and what is one step you can take this week to begin building it?

Life Application
This week, identify one person in your life who could benefit from your intentional investment. It could be a younger believer, a friend who is spiritually curious, or someone who simply needs consistent encouragement. Reach out to them, whether through a text, a phone call, or a face-to-face conversation, and take one deliberate step toward building a relationship of spiritual investment. Come back next week ready to share how that conversation went and what God stirred in you through it.

Key Takeaways
  1. Every believer who has received the Gospel carries a responsibility to invest in others and help them grow toward spiritual maturity. Receiving is only the beginning of the discipleship journey.
  2. There is a significant difference between an instructor and a spiritual father or mother. Instructors inform and correct behavior, but spiritual parents transform the heart, shape character, and build lasting legacy.
  3. Spiritual fathering and mothering is intentional. It requires commitment, consistency, presence, and a willingness to pursue people even when they are unresponsive or difficult.
  4. Your personal testimony is one of the most powerful tools you carry. You do not always need a scripture to reach someone. Sharing what Jesus has done in your life is a form of evidence that can open hearts.
  5. The discipleship cycle is generational and ongoing. As Paul poured into Timothy and instructed him to commit those things to faithful people who would teach others, we are called to raise up reproducers who will continue the work beyond us.


Importance  of KE Groups

Growing spiritually takes a daily personal walk with God and a gathering together in fellowship with other believers.

Our corporate gathering is for equipping the saints, but meeting in small groups allows regular individual
participation so that personal needs can be addressed.

Small groups also foster growth in ministering the gifts of the Holy Spirit, accountability, and the support
necessary to be a healthy member of the family of God.

The leadership of Praise Tabernacle has encouraged group leaders to be missional and evangelistic
in their approach to leading these groups.

The ultimate goal is Kingdom Expansion.

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