The Good Fight | Week 3 | 1 Timothy | Waging A Good Warfare | Pastor John Decker

John Decker   -   March 2, 2026

Discussion Questions

1. Paul calls himself the “chief of sinners.”
   How does Paul’s testimony encourage you in your own walk with Christ? What does it teach us about the depth of God’s grace?
2. The message emphasized that “your past does not have to determine your future.”
   What practical steps help us leave our past in the past?
3. What is the difference between grace (receiving what we don’t deserve) and mercy (not receiving what we do deserve)?
   How have you experienced both personally?
4. Paul urges Timothy to “fight the good fight” and avoid spiritual shipwreck.
   What are some common ways believers can drift spiritually? How can we guard our faith and conscience?
5. The message closed with the call to surrender.
   Why is surrender essential to experiencing the full benefits of Christ’s sacrifice? What area of your life might God be asking you to fully surrender right now?

Notable Quotes

“Your past does not have to determine your future.”

“No one is beyond the reach of our Savior, Jesus.”

“When I surrender, I become victorious.”