When Christians Stop Growing

Discussion

1. 1

   ReadHebrews 5:11

   • What does it mean to be “dull of hearing”?
   • How can Christians become so familiar with God’s Word that they hear it without responding to it?
   • What are some warning signs of spiritual dullness in our lives?
2. 2

   ReadHebrews 5:12

   • The writer says these believers should have been teachers by this point, but instead they needed to be taught the basics again. Why doesn’t the number of years we have been Christians necessarily indicate spiritual maturity?
   • What evidence should we see in a growing Christian’s life?
3. 3

   ReadHebrews 5:13

   • What is the difference between knowing biblical truth and being able to apply it to everyday life?
   • Can you think of a time when God’s Word challenged you to change your attitude, behavior or priorities?
4. 4

   ReadHebrews 5:14

   • What does it mean to have our spiritual senses “exercised to discern both good and evil”?
   • How can regularly practicing God’s Word help us make wiser decisions when facing temptation conflict, or difficult choices?
5. 5
   • Consider the sermon’s illustration of the weights and exercise. Just as physical strength develops through repeated exercise, spiritual maturity develops through practicing what we learn. What is one biblical truth you know but find difficult to put into practice?
   • What practical step could help you obey it this week?
6. 6
   • The sermon emphasizes that spiritual privilege brings responsibility. How should our knowledge of God’s Word, Christ’s return and the judgment seat of Christ influence the way we live today?
   • How can we encourage one another to remain faithful without becoming judgmental or discouraging?
7. 7

   Personal Application

   ReadHebrews 5:11–14

   • If someone measured your spiritual growth by your conduct rather than your words, what evidence of growth might they see?
   • What is one area in which God may be calling you to grow, and how can this group pray for and support you this week?