Screwtape: Chapter 1

NOTE: This is kind of a trial run to see how we can do Bible studies in the future, so your kind feedback is appreciated.

Thanks for participating in our discussion of The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis! Below is audio for the intro as well as chapter 1.

Intro
audio
Chapter 1

NOTE: The first 2 minutes of this video contain the full preface by C.S. Lewis—if you're interested!

Discussion Questions

  1. Why do you think Screwtape wants the "Patient" to focus on real-life distractions instead of logical arguments about truth or faith? What does that reveal about how spiritual battles are often fought?
  2. Screwtape says it's best to keep people from thinking deeply about life, death, and God. How do you see that tactic playing out in your daily life or in culture today?
  3. The demon encourages keeping the Patient focused on the "ordinary" and avoiding abstract thinking. Do you think ordinary life can make it harder to recognize spiritual truths? Why or why not?
  4. How does Chapter 1 challenge the idea that evil always appears in obvious, scary ways? What does this suggest about how Christians should stay alert to spiritual danger?
  5. If you were the Patient, what thoughts or distractions might pull your attention away from God? How can you become more aware of those and guard against them?
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