What comfort does it bring to know that Jesus chose to endure the full brunt of suffering physically, spiritually, and eternally on the cross for your sin?
Why must we not only believe that Jesus suffered physical pain on the cross but He also endured […]
How do you see the world fighting for power? How do you see unbelievers fight for power? How are we tempted to fight for power in the church? How does the gospel free us from this power struggle?
How does the gospel give you leverage to serve […]
How does describing your sin against God as betrayal make you feel? Does it give clarity to the nature of your sin? Why might we refuse such a description of our sin?
Why should all sin be considered blatant betrayal of Jesus? In what ways do you […]
Jesus is overcome with sorrow as He moves toward the cross. He dreads the judgment for sin. Why should this moment in the Savior’s life bring about a gravity concerning Hell in your own life? How should it cause us to pray and plead with those who we […]
Is Jesus worthy or is the sin worth it? What areas of your life do you find yourself struggling over this question?
What specific ways can you sacrifice to declare the worth of Jesus? Are there thing you value that could be used for Jesus? Are there […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
What from this passage personally convicts you of sin and helps point you to Jesus?
How do you struggle with the desire to be great (in the church) rather than making Jesus great in your ministry and mission?
How does the cross temper your desire for greatness?
In what ways are you striving […]