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FIGHTING FAIR

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The Jesus Story

September 26 & 27, 2015—Phil Herrington

2. AVOIDING THE BOOMERANG OF BITTERNESS

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Luke 17:5-10 / Ephesians 4:32 / Colossians 3:13 / Matthew 6:12 / Philippians 2:1-11 / Luke 23:34

LUKE 17:1-10

Exercise faith: _____________ God enough to do what he says...

ONE QUESTION AND TWO GUARANTEES: Luke 17:1 / Luke 16:10-13 / Matthew 18:6 / Mark 9:42

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Even when you don’t think it _________________ . We don’t throw a party for _________________ .

MY NEXT STEPS:

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Do you _______ your life or do you _______________ God’s life?

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Sin will come ____ you but should not come _____________ you.

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Jesus has a _________ for fighting fair:  He makes the _________ and is our _____________ .

☐ I’m planning to clear up a broken relationship this week ☐ I’m new(ish) & attending the 10 minute party (this Sunday)

 He shows the way to ____________ and _________________ .

☐ I’m purchasing my men’s retreat ticket today @ the Next Steps Counter ☐ I’m signing up for Class 101 today @ pathways.cc/discover-pathways ☐ Oh NO! I forgot to sign up for a small group, but will today @

pathways.cc/smallgroups

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PRINCIPLES FOR FIGHT RECOVERY Luke 17:3-4 / Matt. 18:15-35 / Prov. 20:22 / Romans 12:17-21 James 5:19-20

1. WHEN YOU DEAL WITH SIN: Take these steps Luke 17:3-4  ______________

Digging Deeper

FIGHTING FAIR The Jesus Story

2. While confronting someone can sound like a monumental or frightening task, it can also lead to positive change when done in the way God calls us to. What guidance does Galatians 6:1-5 give on how to approach and rebuke those who may be causing others to sin? 

September 26 & 27, 2015—Phil Herrington  If you missed the message you can hear it @ www.pathways.cc/media

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GETTING STARTED: 1. When you are having a relationship meltdown or conflict, what are your natural (sinful) responses? 2. What are some things that people do to “push your buttons”? (keep the button pushers anonymous)

3. Another way to help those struggling with sin is to be a positive example. What guidance do the following verses give in how to demonstrate our faith in the way God intended? Colossians 3:12 Ephesians 4:2 -

DIGGING IN: 1. In this weekend’s message we heard about God’s call for us to “watch ourselves” and make sure we aren’t causing others to sin. What guidance do the following verses give to help us be aware that we’re headed in the right direction and not causing others to stumble? Psalm 139:23-24 -

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TAKING IT HOME: 1. Which of the things you learned from this study are most important for you to remember in the coming weeks?

Proverbs 15:31 -

GROWTH IDEA: Proverbs 27:6 Proverbs 27:17 -

If unforgiveness and bitterness are issues that you repeatedly struggle with and cannot seem to work through on your own, it could be helpful to connect with the Pathways Counseling Center. Appointments can be made through Dr. Roger Hodge (760) 500-1781