1. Have someone read the passage.
2. Ryan quoted another pastor when he said, "Paul knew we could unsay with our church culture what we say with our doctrine." What does this quote indicate about our lives and doctrine?
3. What are some of the reasons that it's difficult for our practice to come in line with our doctrine?
4. Where does this passage address the need for right practice and doctrine?
5. Peter's actions are driven by the fear of others, where have you seen fear to drive your actions?
6. How does Christ's righteousness free us to be honest? Honest with what and with whom?
7. Ryan said that we should desire for "our church to be a place where sinners are welcome." Why is this hard for us? How does it challenge us in our practices, ethos, attitudes, etc?
Sermon Outline:
1. Our Fear of Gospel Community
A. Fear of what people might think about us (vv. 11-16)
B. Fear of what people might do without us (vv. 17-18)
2. Our Freedom in Gospel Community
A. From hypocrisy to honesty (vv. 15-16)
B. From duty to delight (vv. 20-21)
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