Talking Points - Choosing Sides
People first; politics second.
What’s one thing that stood out to you this week? Why do you think it grabbed you?
When you’re with family, do you discuss politics or avoid it? Would you like that to be different? Why or why not?
Tony Evans said, “Jesus didn’t come to take sides, he came to take over.” What does that mean to you? What impact does it have?
Read: Galatians 6:2, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, John 13:34-35
In Galatians 6:2, Paul summarizes how we can practically fulfill the law of Christ. How can we all follow the law of Christ but still disagree politically?
Do you generally trust that someone who votes differently than you has an informed conscience? Why or why not?
In 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Paul talks about his method for influencing people. How would you rate yourself in trying to empathize and understand someone’s mindset?
In John 13:34-35, we are commanded to love. What does that love look like?
Rufus Miles said, “Where you stand depends on where you sit.” How does that resonate with you?
Do you really feel you would think different politically if you had a different set of past and current experiences? Why or why not?
How do you listen to those who experience the world differently than you?
How do you learn when you hear someone say something you disagree with?
How do we love in the face of politically disagreements?
Prayer: Pray for unity and to love unconditionally.