Revelation 8:6-9 Sermon Discussion Questions
What initial applications can you make from this passage of Scripture after hearing the sermon today? How do you respond to natural disasters or other crises in the world? Have you become increasingly numb to these things? Or do you panic? What would it look like to leverage these events for worship and witness? What hope does the gospel give that Jesus is holding all things together by the power of His word in the face of seeming chaos in the created order? How does the power of Christ displayed in the gospel help calm your worst fears? What [...]
Revelation 8:1-5 Sermon Discussion Questions
What do you find hardest about maintaining a strong prayer life? What are you already doing, or what do you need to do now, to prepare yourself for Judgement Day? What are you already doing, or what do you need to do now, to prepare others for Judgment Day? How are you doing spiritually on a scale of 1 to 10 (with 10 being the best you could possibly be)? Why do you think that? What are your top prayers requests you are praying for the most right now? How would praying for God’s will to be done affect [...]
Worship At Home
Call to Worship Read: Psalm 63:1–4 1 O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you;my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water.2 So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary, beholding your power and glory.3 Because your steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise you.4 So I will bless you as long as I live; in your name I will lift up my hands. Download the lyric sheet for at-home worship here. Sing: All Creatures of Our God and [...]
Revelation 7 Sermon Discussion Questions
What trials or temptations in your life right now are the hardest for you to stand firm for Jesus? Why do you think that’s the case? How does knowing that you will stand before God forever give you courage to face them and stand firm?Who are the people in your life right now its hardest for you to face and stand for your faith? Why do you think that’s the case? How does knowing you will stand before God forever give you courage to face them and stand for your faith? What are some recent blessings in your life [...]
Ashland Church Winter Weather Policy
As winter weather approaches, we want everyone to be aware of our church’s winter weather policy. At Ashland Church we are committed to gathering together for worship each Lord’s Day. That means every Sunday our building will be open for those who would like to gather to worship Jesus. However, in light of the weather, we encourage every individual and family to use wisdom and discretion about what would be the best option for them. Be assured that our parking and frontline teams will be ready to assist you in and out of the building.For those who are unable [...]
Revelation 5:1-6 Sermon Discussion Questions
Where do you most clearly see hopelessness in the world? How does the reality that Jesus is currently ruling in heaven keep us from despairing? What are some specific ways in which you can encourage others to “weep no more” because the Lamb is standing? Why are you thankful Jesus is the Lion of the tribe of Judah? Why are you thankful Jesus is the Lamb who was slain? What are some difficulties you are currently enduring in which you could be tempted to believe God is judging you? How does the cross change your perspective about God’s goodness [...]