The Way of Holiness - Chapter 5 study questions

Battlefield of the Mind
Chapter 5 Study questions

1.) Read Matthew 8:13
Explain the effect of positive and negative thoughts on the lives of people. __________________

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2.) Read Romans 8:28; 12:16
a.) Does the bible say that all things are good? ________________________________________

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b.) How are we to react when our plans don’t work out? ________________________________

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3.) Read 2 Corinthians 5:17
Many of us have had bad things happen to us, things which cause us to be negative about the future. According to his verse, how should we react to such situations? ______________________

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4.) Read John 16:7-8; Philippians 1:6
a.) Why did Jesus say it was “profitable” for us that He go away? ________________________

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b.) What does Jesus teach us that the Holy Spirit will do for us? _________________________

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c.) What does the Bible say about the work God has begun in us? _______________________

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You may not be able to resist the sin of speaking negatively, but when you do, ask God to help you. Speaking negatively about yourself will hinder the things God has for you.

5.) Read Acts 17:11 KJV
How can we achieve balance in our thinking? _________________________________________

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6.) Read Romans 4:18-20; Hebrews 6:19
a.) Being positive does not mean that we are to ignore the obvious. How do we deal with impossible situations without losing hope? _______________________________________________

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b.) What is the anchor of the soul? How does it help us? _______________________________

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7.) Read Isaiah 30:18; Proverbs 15:15
a.) What is God’s desire toward us as reflected in these passages? What do we need to do to receive His will for us? _______________________________________________________________

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b.) What are “evil forebodings” ? How are we to deal with them? ____________________________

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8.) Read 1 Peter 3:10
What does this verse say we must do if we want to enjoy life and see good days? __________

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Battlefield of the Mind Chapter 5 Study questions

Battlefield of the Mind
Chapter 5 Study questions