Discussion Questions for 09/08/24
Pastor Sam said that Jesus’ identity as Messiah defines our identity in him. How have you seen this play out in your own faith? How does Jesus’ Messiahship effect the way you understand yourself?
Discussion Questions for 09/01/24
Pastor Jim mentioned the need to actively share our faith with others. What are some challenges you face when trying to talk about your beliefs?
Discussion Questions for 05/19/24
Even in the chaos of all that happens in Matthew 14, Jesus still took time to be alone with the Father. In your season of life, what does alone time with God look like? What might you have to change or give up to prioritize your time to connect with the Father?
Discussion Questions for 05/12/24
Why do you think Herod’s feast is contrasted with Jesus’ feast? How many similarities and differences can you mark? What do they illuminate about Jesus to you?
Discussion Questions for 04/21/24
The text says that “As far as it depends on you” you are to live at peace. What does it look like practically to take responsibility for your part of a conflict or broken relationship? How do you do this in your own conflicts?
Discussion Questions for 04/14/21
If you were in Peter’s place asking this question of Jesus, how many times of forgiving the same offense would you think to be sufficient?
Discussion Questions for 04/07/24
Ezekiel 33 says that God does not delight in the death of the wicked, but scripture teaches that he is the ultimate judge of all sin and evil. How do you supposed this works for God’s character? How can he judge all sin if he hates the death of the wicked?
Discussion Questions for 03/31/24
Jesus’ victory over death is your victory! What does that mean for you today? How does receiving the gift of Jesus’ righteousness effect the way you engage your life right now?
Discussion Questions for 03/17/24
What are some of the blessings of Jesus that can distract you from loving him for his own sake? How can those same blessings be a part of your enjoyment of Christ?
Discussion Questions for 03/10/24
How does the idea that Christ treasures you sit with you? Is this a comfortable idea? How does it change the way you think of others in your life?
Discussion Questions for 02/25/24
How does the characterization of Jesus as a radically generous sower sit with you? How does this play out in your own testimony? How might this change the way you consider the preaching of the gospel to others?
Discussion Questions for 02/11/24
Jesus does not just save his people, he adopts them into his family. List every verse you can think of that speaks to your identity as family to God. What does this teach you about your present experience of faith?
Discussion Questions for 01/28/24
Jesus responded to the misuse of authority in his own life and ministry (threats, insults, plots, etc) by basically ignoring them and continuing the work. How does that sit with you? On a gut level, how does that effect the way you consider his power?
Discussion Questions for 01/21/24
The Master in the parable had an expectation that his servants would invest his riches. Interact with this idea? How do you feel about God expecting you to invest the riches of your life for him and his glory?
Discussion Questions for 01/14/24
List out some concrete ways that your life is different than your non-believing neighbors because of your financial generosity. Looking at this list, how do you feel? Can you think of any times that your generosity has increased your faith or experience of God’s love?
Discussion Questions for 01/07/24
Pastor Sam said that salvation involves believing in Jesus as your savior and submitting to him as your Lord. Think of your own testimony. Where do you see these two ideas in your own story? Which one is harder for you?