This week will cover the last two chapters of 2 Peter, the epistle of Jude, and the first two chapters of Philippians.

Don’t forget to check out the Rooted Facebook page for a bit more discussion on each chapter.


Discussion Questions:

• Who are the angels who sinned in 2 Peter 2:4, and what did they do?

• How does Peter say we should live as we wait for the Lord’s return? (2 Peter 3:11-12)

• How does Jude say we should live as we wait for the Lord’s return? (Jude 1:20-21)

• What does Paul mean by “for me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain”? (Phil. 1:21) How should that apply to us today?

• What does Paul mean when he talks about Jesus emptying himself and taking on the form of a servant? (Phil. 2:7)


Some Answers from Last Week's Questions:

• Compare 1 Peter 2:9-10 with Exodus 19:5-6. What does this reveal about Peter's perspective on his Gentile audience? – Gentile believers are a part of God's chosen people, just like the faithful Jews.

• What does it mean always to be prepared to give a defense for the hope that you have? (1 Pet. 3:14-16) – When someone asks you why you are a Christian, be ready with an answer.

• How should we respond to suffering and insult because we are Christians? (1 Pet. 4:12-14) – We should rejoice in the privilege of sharing in Christ’s suffering.

• Who is our adversary, what is he trying to do, and how should we respond? (1 Pet. 5:8-9) – Satan and his minions are opposed to us. Be alert for their attack, and stand firm in Christ.

• How can we guarantee we are fruitful in the Lord’s work? (2 Peter 1:5-8) – by continuing to grow in faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love.





Helpful Resources:


• Rooted Facebook Group for online sharing and further exploration 

• Bible Project New Testament overview videos
• Bible Gateway, a Bible app with many translations and some other free helps
• A Clay Jar Devotionals