1. In verses 2:17-18 why is it a problem not to take the devil seriously? How are we instructed to ‘deal with the devil?’ How can we help other Christians and the church in their struggles to ‘deal with the devil?’

2. In verses 3:1-4 what does Paul say to encourage us and to prepare for affliction? How might God use our affliction for our ultimate good and His glory? What is Paul concerned about in verse 5? Why?

3. Looking back to 2:17, why is it important to have church ‘face to face?’