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Bible Study, “Faith Under Fire: How Christians Should Respond to Threats”
We will meeting at the church for this mornings Bible study.
Bible Study 12th June 2025, “Faith Under Fire: How Christians Should Respond to Threats”
Objective:
To help believers respond biblically and faithfully to the many threats they face—whether physical, societal, emotional, or spiritual—by standing firm in God’s truth and presence.
Opening question:
“What kinds of threats or pressures are Christians facing today? How do these affect your faith or sense of peace?”
- God is our refuge
Psalm 46:1–3, 10–11 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Ask:
- What does it mean to take refuge in God?
- How does stillness express trust?
Teaching point:
God doesn’t remove all trouble, but He remains present in it. His power gives us peace.
- Fear God, not man
Matthew 10:28–31“Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul…”
Ask:
- How does fearing God change how we see threats?
- What helps you keep your eyes on eternal things?
Teaching point:
True courage flows from knowing God is greater than anything the world can do to us.
- Spirit-empowered courage
2 Timothy 1:7 “God has not given us a spirit of fear…”
Ask:
- What would it look like to respond to fear with power, love, and a sound mind?
- Which of those three do you need most right now?
Teaching point:
God equips us to respond to pressure with boldness, compassion, and wisdom.
4. Stand firm in the armour of God
Ephesians 6:10–18 “Put on the full armour of God, so that you can take your stand…”
Ask:
- Which piece of the armour feels most important to you today—and why?
- How can you put on the full armour in your daily life?
Teaching point:
God has already given us everything we need for spiritual resistance. Stand firm.
- Boldness over retreat
Acts 4:29–31 “Enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness.”
Ask:
- When threatened, do you pray for escape—or for boldness?
- How can we be bold without being unkind or careless?
Teaching point:
Instead of shrinking back, the early church asked for courage. We’re called to do the same.
Recap & practical steps
What we learned today:
- God is our constant refuge – Stay rooted in His presence (Psalm 46).
- Fear rightly – Honour God more than human threats (Matthew 10).
- You are empowered – God’s Spirit gives power, love, and clear thinking (2 Timothy 1:7).
- Arm yourself – Live daily in spiritual readiness (Ephesians 6).
- Pray for boldness – Like the early church, ask God for courage (Acts 4:29).
Practical steps for this week:
Daily Refuge: Start each morning with a prayer acknowledging God as your refuge and strength.
Reframe Fear: When afraid, ask: “Am I fearing man more than God right now?” Pray for realignment.
Memorise Truth: Commit 2 Timothy 1:7 to memory as your anti-fear verse.
Arm Up Daily: Before leaving the house or beginning your work, pray through the armour of God (Eph. 6:10–18).
Courage in Action: Share one encouraging word, Scripture, or act of love this week in a situation where you feel pressure or risk.
Closing Prayer:
“Father, when the world shakes and threats arise, help us stand firm in faith. Make us strong in Your Spirit, sure in Your Word, and steady in Your love. Clothe us in Your armour and use us as light in dark places. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”