Matthew 13 (part two) Sermon Discussion Questions
Knowing Jesus could return at any moment is to cause us to be prepared, be expectant, and to be busy for the kingdom. Do you need to be prepared for judgment? What would this mean for you? Why do we not live expectantly for the coming of Christ? How could you cultivate a more expectant heart for the coming of Christ? How does gathering with the church increase your expectancy for the kingdom? Do you pray for the coming of Jesus often? Why or Why not? What makes you most excited about the return of Christ? What in [...]
Mark 13:1-23 Sermon Discussion Questions
Does thinking about “end times” cause you anxiety or hope? What causes anxiety? What gives you hope? Why do you think Jesus tells us to expect tribulation in the days to come? Why does focusing on our mission help to alleviate fear and anxiety in uncertain times? In what areas of your life do you feel the most pressure to deny Jesus? (job family school) Why is it important to remember that tribulation is a platform for our witness? How have you been able to leverage current events for the sake of the gospel? How has the pandemic, [...]
Isaiah 9:6-7 Sermon Discussion Questions
The irony of the gospel is that we are able to live now as if all of God’s promises have been fulfilled. What reason do we have to live this way? What does this look like in everyday life? In what specific ways, can you live this kind of hope? Take some time to reflect and talk about each name by which Jesus is referred. How do these names transform the way you see life in this fallen world? (Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace) Why must God punish all sin? What would it mean [...]
Isaiah 7:1-17 Sermon Discussion Questions
What are some of the biggest problems or causes of stress you are facing right now? At work? At home? At school? How have you been trusting in yourself to handle these trials? How does God’s perspective of your problems encourage you to stop trusting in yourself and come to him in prayer? Spend some time praying for the specific needs of the people in your BFG. On a scale of 1 to 10 (with 10 being the best it could ever be) how would you rate your prayer life right now? What are some reasons why we [...]
Mark 12:1-12 Sermon Discussion Questions
In what ways are you most tempted to live as an 'owner' and not a 'tenant' for God’s glory? What areas of your life are you saying, "Mine!" and not "God’s?" While you may not have experienced the physical violence many around the world endure for the gospel, how have you experienced the natural backlash from others against the message, “God is king! Jesus is Lord!” How should the understanding that your sin is personally robbing Jesus of His glory change the way you see specific sin in your life? Talk through examples of how we specifically rob Jesus [...]
Mark 11:27-33 Sermon Discussion Questions
If Jesus has the inherent authority to die for our sins, He has the authority to order our lives. Have you sought to benefit from the gospel, have your sins forgiven and hope over death, but reject Jesus' authority in any area of your life? In what areas of your life are you seeking to reject Jesus' authority? (Marriage, Work, Entertainment, Recreation etc) Why is this inconsistent with who He is as King over sin and death? We will compromise as Christians when we make something other than God and His word our authority. Have you found yourself making [...]