When Our Hearts Condemn Us

October 29, 2023 Preacher: Pastor Omer Mascarina Series: Becoming in Christ

Scripture: 1 John 3:19–24

Becoming in Christ Series #9
“When Our Hearts Condemn Us”

1 John 3:19-24
I. The Concern Revealed (vv. 19-20)

II. The Confidence Reassured (vv. 21-22)

III. The Commandment Required (vv. 23-24)

GROUP INTERACTION QUESTIONS:
1. How can we know whether feelings of guilt stem from Satan’s accusations or from the Holy
Spirit’s conviction?
2. How can believers provide assurance to their hearts in the face of self-condemnation?
3. Where is the proper balance between accepting our human limitations, but not tolerating sin
or spiritual immaturity?
4. How does understanding that God is greater than our hearts help in dealing with personal
failure and guilt or self-doubt?
5. Is verse 22 a guarantee to give us everything we ask for in prayer? What conditions are there
for God answering our prayer?
6. What can you do this week to continue

More in Becoming in Christ

December 17, 2023

The Christian Confidence

December 10, 2023

God's Witnesses

December 3, 2023

The Victorious Life