The Mayfield Class

Reflection Questions 1. In light of Ephesians 4:1 and 4:17… How is 5:1-2 an encouragement and also instructive to us?  2. Why do you think Paul stops to list six specific sins in verses 3-4 after giving five examples of taking off and putting on in 4:25-32? 3. Which of the three reasons for being imitators of God resonated with you? Why?   (1) The Character of God’s Kingdom vs 5.    (2) The wrath...

Reflection Questions 1. Based on this text… why is joy tied to putting on a new self clothed in righteousness and holiness?   2. Why does Spiritual Warfare (vs 27) play a part in joylessness and struggling to putting off the old self and putting on the new self? How should that inform the way we react to this passage?  3. Which of these 5 transformations stuck out to you the most? Why?  4. How are...

Reflection Questions 1. The Apostle Paul uses the analogy of clothing to describe spiritual transformation. How does this imagery help us understand the change that happens when we follow Christ? 2. What does Paul mean when he says Gentiles walk in “the futility of their minds” and how does this contrast with the renewed mind of a believer? How can we intentionally renew our minds daily? 3. How do...

Reflection Questions 1. Why is it so important to understand “Grace” and “Gift” (vs 7) when thinking about our own spiritual gifts?  2. Why is diversity of spiritual gifts within the church a good thing? What responsibilities do we have with our spiritual gifts in verse 12?  3. Which spiritual growth characteristic stuck out to you in verses 13-16? Doctrinally stable (vs 14), speaking the truth in...

Reflection Questions 1. What does “walking worthy” look like in practical ways? Are there specific areas in your life where this call challenges you to grow? 2. Which of the 5 characteristics of walking worthy in verses 2-3 stuck out to you and why?  3. How does the idea of unity in verses 4-6, that there is “one” Holy Spirit, and “one” Jesus, and “one” God motivate and cause us to walk worthy? 

Reflection Questions 1. What does the phrase “According to the riches of his glory” (Vs 16) tell us about God's capacity and willingness to respond to our prayers? How does knowing God has "riches of His glory" impact the way you pray and what you ask for? 2. Which of the three requests that Paul prayed for the church in verses 17-19 stuck out to you? Why?  3. Why is it significant...

Reflection Questions 1. Why is it so important to remember that we, the church, were once far off from God? That we were like Gentiles.  2. How is Jesus our peace with other relationships (Jews vs Gentiles), and how does that change how we view our church family?  3. How does this passage challenge or change your perception of the importance of the church in your growth as a believer?  4. Given th...

Reflection Questions 1.  What stood out or resonated with you about the Apostle Paul’s depiction of our pre-Christian state in verses 1-3? 2. Why is the phrase "But God" in verse 4 such a powerful and sweet transition in light of verses 1-3 and Paul’s description in verses 4-10? 3. According to verses 7-10, why did God make us alive? What impact should that have on your life? 4. Why shou...

Reflection Questions 1. What are the reasons that bring you to God in prayer? How does this passage challenge you to approach prayer differently?  2. Which reason for Paul's prayer for these saints stuck out to you the most? Their faith in Jesus or their love for others? Why?  3. What struck you about what Paul prayed for these believers in vs 17 (and then repeated and expanded in verses 18-2...

Reflection Questions 1. What does it mean to you personally to be "sealed with the Holy Spirit"? How does this provide you with assurance? 2. Why would/should this passage challenge you to share the gospel with others? 3. Jesus refers to the Holy Spirit as “the Helper” in John 14-16. How does understanding the Holy Spirit as a helper help you understand verses 13-14 and the role of the H...

Reflection Questions What does this passage teach you about Jesus?  What does this passage teach you about sin/mankind?  What does this passage teach you about God?  What did God reveal to you from today’s passage?  How can you apply today’s passage?

Reflection Questions 1. (vs 2) How are grace and peace related? Why are they central to the gospel? 2. (vs 3-6) What does this passage teach us about God the Father? 3. Why should the doctrine of election lead us to praise? 4. What is an application for you from today’s passage?

Reflection Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 8:5-14? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME or, if time allows 3. (vs 5) What "wilderness" experiences (challenges, trials, difficult seasons) have you faced together in your marriage journey? How have you learned (or how can you learn better) to &...

Reflection  Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 6:11-8:4? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME or, if time allows 3. How can husbands cultivate a listening ear and responsiveness to their wives' needs and desires? 4. How does Solomon's poetic description of his wife's beauty contribute to h...

Reflection Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 5:9-6:10? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME or if time allows 3. How has God used friends in your marriage? (5:9) 4. What "word pictures" could you use to describe your spouse? (Think metaphors, similes, analogies – be creative!) How does seeing...

Reflection Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 5:2-8? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME or if time allows 3. How does this passage illustrate the potential for miscommunication or missed signals in a marriage? What can we learn from this about the importance of clear and consistent communication? 4. Ho...

Reflection Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 4:1-5:1? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME 3. What can we learn from this passage (vs 1-16) about the importance of verbal affirmation and expressing appreciation for our spouse? 4. While this passage celebrates physical intimacy, what other aspects of int...

Reflection Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 3? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME 3. In verses 1-2, Shalummite is searching for her beloved. What are some 'nights' or periods of searching that couples might experience in their marriage? (e.g., feeling disconnected, facing challenges, etc.)?...

Reflection Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 2:8-17? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME w/ YOUR SPOUSE or, if time allows 3. How can you tell if someone is being transparent in their actions and words? Why is this important in a relationship? (vs 8-9) 4. What are some practical ways to improve communi...

Reflection Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 1:9-2:7? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME w/ YOUR SPOUSE or, if time allows 3. Based on 1:9-11, what does this tell us about the importance of verbal affirmation and appreciation in marriage? How can we practically express admiration for our spouse's...

Reflection Questions 1. What resonated with you the most from Song of Solomon 1:1-8? Why? 2. How do we see Jesus in this passage? (Aka: What is the connection to the gospel?) TAKE HOME or, if time allows 3. Which aspect of verses 2-4 stuck out to you the most? Kissing, taste, smell, reputation, friends, or the thrill of marriage? 4. Why is learning about each other a critical part of marriage? (vs...

Reflection Questions 1. Which of the 8 attributes resonated with you this morning and why? 2. How does the description of the woman in Proverbs 31 reflect Jesus? How does this woman's example demonstrate the gospel's transformative power (Prov 1:7: the Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom)? 3. Verse 10 says an excellent wife is "more precious than jewels." Is this verse...

Reflection Questions 1. What are 3 takeaways or application points you have had from reading the book of Acts this year? (Everyone to share) 2. Why do you think Luke ends the book this way in Acts 28:23-28? What’s the application/implication for us? 3. What spiritual disciplines can you start practicing in 2025 to know the Bible better?

Reflection Questions How does Acts 27-28 highlight that God keeps his promises? How is that encouraging to you?  How does Paul go about establishing spiritual trust in this passage? Why can building trust and rapport be so important for sharing the gospel?   Paul took time in the middle of a storm to thank God. What are some ways you can set time aside to thank the Lord? 

Reflection Questions This is the third time we have seen Paul give his testimony (Acts 22, 24, 26). What about this presentation stuck out to you?  How does Paul use his testimony to share the gospel?  How were you kicking against the goads (vs. 14) before you were saved?