Table Talk | April 12-13

1. We are called to love believers around us as family.

2. Our ambition should be focused on living a holy life, not worldly success.

3. We should strive to lead a quiet, faithful life.

4. Minding our own business and avoiding idle meddling is important.

5. We should work diligently and not be dependent on others unnecessarily.

1. The sermon emphasized loving believers as family. How can we cultivate a deeper sense of family within our church community?

2. What does “holy ambition” mean to you? How does it differ from worldly ambition?

3. Pastor Jody talked about the pressure to live an exciting life versus a quiet, faithful one. How do you experience this tension in your own life?

4. How can we balance being engaged in our community while also “minding our own business”?

5. The sermon mentioned the dangers of idleness. How can we ensure we’re using our time productively without becoming workaholics?

6. How can living a quiet, faithful life be a powerful witness to non-believers?

7. What areas of your life might need “recalibration” to align more closely with the principles discussed in the sermon?

1. This week, intentionally reach out to someone in the church you don’t know well and try to build a deeper connection.

2. Reflect on your current ambitions. Are they aligned with God’s priorities? Make a list of ways you can redirect your ambitions towards holiness.

3. Practice a “social media fast” for a few days to help focus on your own life and responsibilities rather than others’.

4. Look for opportunities to serve others quietly, without seeking recognition.

5. Evaluate your work-life balance. Are there areas where you need to be more diligent or areas where you need more rest?

6. Identify one “outsider” in your life and pray about how you can be a positive witness to them through your lifestyle.