In general what things from the sermon led you to be convicted, challenged, and encouraged by the gospel? What new things did you see or learn about Jesus?  Are you experiencing a trial right now? In what ways amidst this trial can you see God’s tangible grace? How should such grace in suffering prove your faith? How should such grace in suffering draw you to worship Jesus?  Have you been confronted and rebuked about sin? Has your response proven you desire to be true to God’s word?  Or is such confrontation causing your heart to become callous to the [...]

God's wisdom from beginning to end has been clearly revealed in the Bible. This story of Jesus as King proves God knows and oversees the affairs of men. In what ways should this reality influence your evangelism? How should this truth embolden your witness? How should it inform the ways you encourage and give hope to others? What areas of life are you struggling to fully submit to the wisdom of Jesus' rule? Are there ways in which you are simply acquiring the information and advice you want to hear instead of true wisdom? What patterns and practices must [...]

How will you bring and/or send the blessings of the gospel globally?  How will you bring the blessings of the gospel to internationals here locally? How is being with Jesus better than being with sin? How will you practically run from sin (especially sexual sin) to Jesus?  How does knowing God is with you no matter what encourage you to make it through challenging circumstances in your life?  How will you remind yourself that God is with you and rely on Him so that you won’t give up?

Are there situations in your life where you are struggling to see how God’s purposes are being accomplished? How does the story of Joseph give you hope that God's purposes are always accomplished? How would focusing on God’s unstoppable purpose to sum all things up in Christ change the way you see the world and your current circumstances? Are there certain circumstances in life where you feel you may have missed God’s will for your life? How does the story of Joseph give you hope that through faithful next stop obedience God’s will for your life cannot be missed?  [...]

Reflect on and discuss what the following questions reveal about your heart What do I spend the most time, energy, or resources doing?  For whom or what am I willing to sacrifice the most?  Where do I look for ultimate approval?  Where do I find my identity?  In whom or what do I put my greatest trust? What controls my mood or emotions?  What do I worry most about?  What do I fear losing more than anything?  What gives me comfort? What am I willing to sin to get or experience?  Without ________________ my life would be meaningless. If [...]