Participant Guide
Sunday, June 7
This week’s discussion questions are based on Dr. Marcus Warner’s teachings at Clinton Frame Church on Monday, June 1st. If you would like to watch this teaching session, you can find it at www.youtube.com/@ClintonFrameChurch, but it is not necessary to participate in or benefit from the group conversation.
Healthy families and healthy relationships don't happen by accident. Scripture calls us to listen well, speak with grace, bear with one another, and build each other up in love. This week we'll explore how emotional awareness, intentional appreciation, and Christ-centered connection can strengthen our relationships and help us reflect the character of Jesus in our homes, friendships, and church family.
Group Discussion Questions:
1. Read James 1:19-20. Why do you think being "quick to listen" is often harder than being quick to speak or quick to solve a problem? What does this passage teach us about strengthening relationships?
2. Dr. Warner suggested that people often need to feel understood before they are ready to receive solutions. When have you experienced the difference between someone trying to fix a problem and someone taking time to understand what you were feeling?
3. Read Philippians 2:3-4. What does it look like to genuinely consider the interests, concerns, and emotions of others? How can humility improve communication within families and friendships?
4. Read Ephesians 4:29-32. Which of Paul's instructions stands out to you most? How can our words either create distance in relationships or help build connection and trust?
5. Read Colossians 3:12-14. Compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and love are all relational qualities. Which one do you find easiest to demonstrate? Which one do you most want God to develop in you as you seek to strengthen your relationships?
Sunday, June 7
This week’s discussion questions are based on Dr. Marcus Warner’s teachings at Clinton Frame Church on Monday, June 1st. If you would like to watch this teaching session, you can find it at www.youtube.com/@ClintonFrameChurch, but it is not necessary to participate in or benefit from the group conversation.
Healthy families and healthy relationships don't happen by accident. Scripture calls us to listen well, speak with grace, bear with one another, and build each other up in love. This week we'll explore how emotional awareness, intentional appreciation, and Christ-centered connection can strengthen our relationships and help us reflect the character of Jesus in our homes, friendships, and church family.
Group Discussion Questions:
1. Read James 1:19-20. Why do you think being "quick to listen" is often harder than being quick to speak or quick to solve a problem? What does this passage teach us about strengthening relationships?
2. Dr. Warner suggested that people often need to feel understood before they are ready to receive solutions. When have you experienced the difference between someone trying to fix a problem and someone taking time to understand what you were feeling?
3. Read Philippians 2:3-4. What does it look like to genuinely consider the interests, concerns, and emotions of others? How can humility improve communication within families and friendships?
4. Read Ephesians 4:29-32. Which of Paul's instructions stands out to you most? How can our words either create distance in relationships or help build connection and trust?
5. Read Colossians 3:12-14. Compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and love are all relational qualities. Which one do you find easiest to demonstrate? Which one do you most want God to develop in you as you seek to strengthen your relationships?