T-Life Group Discussion Questions

FruitFULL, Week 5: Kindness

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Message Review

Throughout our 9-week “FruitFULL” series, we’re examining the nine fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-24). This week we focused on Kindness and discovered choosing words and actions that benefit others is proof we’re actively following Jesus. 

Main Point | Choosing words and actions that benefit others is proof we’re actively following Jesus.

Focus Passages | Matthew 5:43-48

Discussion Questions

  • What were your initial thoughts or takeaways from the sermon, and why?

  • When you think of the word “kindness”, what comes to mind for you?

  • Do you think there’s a difference between being “nice” and being “kind”? If so, what are the differences?

  • In Galatians 5:22, the fifth fruit of the Spirit is kindness (chrēstotēs). 

    • What is the Biblical definition of kindness (chrēstotēs)? 

    • With this definition in mind, how is the fruit of kindness (chrēstotēs) different than being a “nice” person?

  • Read Matthew 5:43-48:

    • What words and phrases stick out to you in this passage and why?

    • What main point(s) was Jesus communicating in this passage?

    • How did Jesus say God has extended kindness to humanity?

    • Who does Jesus say we should be kind to, and why?

  • Why does God want to produce the fruit of kindness in us?

  • Read Romans 2:4:

    • What main point(s) was Paul communicating about how God relates to us?

  • What does kindness practically look like in how we relate to others?

  • What is challenging about being kind? Who is it challenging for you to be kind toward?

  • How are you currently doing at choosing words and actions that benefit the people God has put in your path? 

  • What are some ways this week, you can be kind by using your words and actions to benefit others?

  • How can our group pray for you in this area?

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