Discussion Questions for 05/03/26
Discussion Questions:
Re-read 1 Samuel 11:1-15. This is a tough passage. What thoughts or questions stick out to you as you read?
In 1 Samuel 11, we see Saul go from the guy hiding in the luggage to boldly leading Israel into battle. What do you suppose caused this dramatic change? How do you thunk the Holy Spirit's work in Saul compares to how the Spirit works in believers today?
In the story, why do you think Nahash agreed to give Jabesh Gilead seven days? Does this say anything about the ways God intervenes in our lives in difficult circumstances?
Pastor Jesse explained the idea of progressive revelation (that God has slowly revealed His salvation plan throughout history rather than all at once). Why might God have chosen to work this way? How does this help us understand difficult Old Testament passages?
This sermon emphasized that we can't accept Jesus as Savior without also accepting Him as Lord. What's the difference? Where do you struggle to let Jesus be Lord in your daily decisions?
Pastor Jesse asked if people at you memorial service would say Jesus was the most important thing in your life. How did that question land with you? What would you want people to say about your faith journey when you’ve finished out this life?
What was God telling you this week? What are you going to do about it?
