DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR 3/8/26
This week's discussion questions explore why Israel rejected God's leadership to demand a human king like the surrounding nations, and challenge us to examine whether our own lives truly look different from the world around us. We'll discuss practical ways to live as set-apart people who join God's mission rather than seeking worldly substitutes for His leadership.
Discussion questions for 3/1/26
By identifying idols in our own lives, understanding true biblical repentance, and discovering practical steps toward the freedom and new day God offers through His grace. The questions encourage honest reflection, community accountability, and dependence on Christ as the path to breaking free from sin patterns.
DIscussion questions for 02/15/26
What if God being "unfair" is actually good news? These questions help you wrestle with how God's faithfulness operates through relationship rather than equal treatment—and why that changes everything.
Discussion Questions for 02/08/26
God values faithfulness over publicity. How does God allowing the Ark to be captured prove that He isn't worried about His reputation among the Philistines? How does that speak to how you practice your faith today?
Discussion Questions for 11/09/25
Thinking over the last several weeks, what aspects of Hannah's story resonate with you the most? How does her response to her circumstances challenge your own faith journey?
Discussion Questions for 11/02/25
Reflect on Hannah’s story. What are some ways you find Hannah's struggle with barrenness and her eventual surrender to God relatable in your own life?
Discussion Questions for Sunday 10/26/25
Hannah’s cultural context brought an extra weight to her experience of sorrow and despair. Can you think of some of the cultural expectations you experience that can create the same sorts of sorrow Hannah experienced?
Discussion Questions for 10/12/25
As we close out our series on the Nicene Creed, how has studying the Creed helped you understand the primary doctrines of Christianity? Which part of the Creed has been most impactful for you?
Discussion Questions for 10/05/25
Thinking back over this series, how has the Nicene Creed helped you understand the core beliefs of Christianity? Why do you suppose it’s important to have a clear understanding of primary doctrine in today's cultural context?
Discussion Questions for Sunday 09/14/2025
How does the Nicene Creed help us differentiate between primary and secondary doctrines?
Discussion Questions for 05/11/25
How does the concept of "chosen family" relate to the biblical idea of the church as a family? In what ways have you experienced the church as a sort of family in your own life?
Discussion Questions for 05/04/25
Pastor Sam emphasized the idea that "God is good and He wants what is best for you." How does this fundamental gospel truth impact your understanding and practice of faith?
Discussion Questions for 04/27/25
Why do you suppose Jesus chose to travel through Samaria and engage with the Samaritan woman despite cultural tensions?
Discussion Questions for 04/20/2025
Sam compared Jesus’ resurrection to a sunrise. How does this metaphor help us understand the gradual revelation of hope and light in our lives?
Discussion Questions for 04/06/25
Reflect on your own religious practices. Are there areas where you might be more focused on outward appearances rather than inward transformation? How can you shift your focus to align more with kingdom values?
Discussion Questions for 03/16/25
How does the parable of the wedding banquet in Matthew 22 illustrate the concept of God's invitation to His kingdom? What are the key elements of the parable that stand out to you?