The Decalogue: Do not Lie

Every Nation Vancouver

REVIEW: “What did you take away from last time?” [Refer to the things you discussed last time.] "How did that go?” Sermon Summary: Lying bends words for self-serving purposes, whereas truth expresses God's heart and mind. Main Passage: Exodus 20:16 D-Group Questions: TRUTH – Use 1 John 1:6 to connect lies and darkness. According to Ephesians 4:29, when are words good and true? REPENTANCE – When are you tempted to lie (John 3:19). Why would you repent in that area? FAITH – How does Ephesians 4:15 describe righteous speech? What would that look like in the area where you are tempted to lie? Pray for each other in this regard. RESPOND. Ask God, how can today’s discussion further your relationship with God, one another, and the world? Pray together. [Record responses and prayer requests.]