1. What’s something you’ve competed in that taught you more about yourself than about winning?   

2. The disciples expected a military takeover, but Jesus gave them a cross. Why are we often more attracted to a God who "crushes His enemies" than a God who "loves His enemies"?   

3. Paul tells Timothy to "fight the good fight of the faith." What is the difference between fighting for your faith (defending it) and fighting to represent your faith (living it)? Which one do you see more of in the world today? 

4. Read Philippians 2:5-11 - Paul describes Jesus as someone who had all the "status" of God but chose to "empty Himself" and take the form of a servant. How does Jesus' definition of "winning" in this passage challenge our cultural definition of success? 

a. Verse 9 says that because of His humility, God exalted Him. How does this change the way you view "losing" or being "overlooked" when you do the right thing at work or home?   

5. Think about the line, “Ours is not a WIN / LOSE fight.”  How is that different from the way most people approach arguments, politics, or social media?  Why do you think it’s so easy for Christians to slip into “us vs. them” type of thinking?    

6. The good fight is the personal fight to be CHRISTLIKE, regardless. What does “regardless” mean for you personally in your everyday life?    

7. Every day we can “fight the good fight” in the mirror - by surrendering our pride, selfishness, and desire to win.  What practical habit could help you start each day with that kind of surrendered mindset?