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 [...]
Mark 11:12-19 Sermon Discussion Questions
Jesus pronounces death to hypocrisy. To practice religious hypocrisy void of repentance is to live cursed, separated from God. How are your attempts to cover up your sin instead of confessing and repenting of it causing you to feel further from God? What sin in your life do you need to stop hiding and confess before God trusting in Jesus you can be forgiven? What would Jesus drive from your heart? How are you personally stealing God’s glory? How are you making access to the gospel more difficult for those who need it? What idols of self are keeping [...]
Mark 11:1-11 Sermon Discussion Questions
What desperate circumstances in your life have reminded you only Jesus can save? What keeps you from loving your enemies, forgiving others, or speaking words of encouragement to those with whom you may disagree? Specifically, who do you need to approach with the power of peace? How can you display the power of peace in these relationships? What is the danger of embracing a crossless gospel of triumph? In what ways are you personally embracing a crossless gospel of triumph? How is this leading to disappointment in your life? How does the cross change the way you see your [...]