Weapons the Enemy Uses

Weapons the Enemy Uses

Romans Chapter 8:

Romans 8:1 Weapon #1 The Enemy Uses is; ___________________________________

What does Romans 8:1 tell us about those in Christ Jesus?

Romans 8:18 Weapon #2 The Enemy Uses are; ___________________________________

What does Romans 8:18 tell us about our hardships and tough times?

Romans 8:38-39 Weapon #3 The Enemy Uses are ; ___________________________________

What does Romans 8:38-39 tell us about giving into anxiety

Strategies we may encounter from the enemy in our lives;

• Strategy #1 from the enemy, looking backwards – Getting Christians stuck looking in the rearview mirror

How can you combat strategy #1? __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

• Strategy #2 from the enemy, Self Focus – I am in such a difficult season, I can’t even go on

How can you combat strategy #2? _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

• Strategy #3 from the enemy, Anxiety – The future is so scary or unpredictable

How can you combat strategy #3? __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

General Notes:

Grow Group Questions:

1: How does Romans 8:1 shape your understanding of your identity in Christ?

2: Paul says in Romans 8:37 that we are “more than conquerors through him who loved us.” What does living like more than a conqueror in Christ look like in your daily life?

3: Reflect on Romans 8:38-39. How does knowing that nothing can separate us from the love of God impact your approach to future worries and uncertainties?

4: The sermon mentions laying down past mistakes, present struggles, and future worries at the cross. What practical steps can you take to surrender these areas to God?

5: How can your story, including your past, present, and future, be used as a tool for God’s glory? Share examples or insights within the group.