Group Notes | September 13

Portrait of a King: You Can Lead!
September 13, 2015
Jonathan Falwell

 

Open:

We all know people who are born to be leaders, while others we know may have had a leadership position thrust upon them by circumstances. Can you think of examples?

As we begin a new series focusing on King David’s son Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, we want to learn all that God has to teach us through his life. The lessons will inspire us to be the leaders God intends for us to be so that we can love Him, love those around us, and live life fulfilling the purposes He has for us.

Discuss:

Learn from those who have gone before

  1. Read 1 Chronicles 22:9,10. What was God’s promise to King David?
  2. Read 1 Kings 1:2. What were David’s final instructions to Solomon?
  3. Why do we pass on life lessons to our children? Give some examples.

Follow God’s path, not man’s

  1. Read verse 3a and 3 John 4. Why is/should be a parent’s greatest concern that their children obey God’s commandments?
  2. Reflect if your life is an example of obedience.

Don’t allow God’s blessings to keep you from obeying Him

  1. Read 1 Kings 1:3b. What is the result of obeying God’s decrees?
  2. Can someone give a quick synopsis of Solomon’s obedience, then disobedience, based on your knowledge of his life?

Begin with the end in mind

  1. Read verse 4. What condition did God put on obedience?

Close:

As you break into small groups, think about Solomon’s leading of Israel. He desired wisdom above all things, and for many years was faithful to God, but his early zeal waned as he aged. Discuss why total commitment must have a daily renewing, and ask yourself these questions: starting now, what can you do differently to become the leader that God intended; what changes are you willing to make; what sin or disobedience do you need to seek forgiveness for? This week, consider these important steps to a fulfilling life. Compare your fervor for serving God today to what it was when you were young in the faith. Has it grown or have you become apathetic, comfortable, seeking God only when life gets rough? Do a thorough self-examination to make sure you are where God wants you to be. Pray for strength and courage to become a leader in every area of your life!

Memory Verse: II Timothy 4:6, 7: “For I am already poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

Ponder: If you died today, could this be your testimony? Think about it.

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