Life Group Discussion Guides

“#Blessed” by Pastor Nicholas

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Jesus:  Life Reimagined  Sermon Series
“#Blessed” by Pastor Nicholas
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April 28, 2019
Questions:  Contact Pastor Ric, 

Below are some discussion questions relating to a recent sermon. These are provided so that your Life Group can discuss what was shared. Previous Weeks’ Discussion Guides and Sermon Notes are available through the Sermons under the Resources menu. Click on the sermon series and then the sermon you are interested in.  You will see a paper icon under the sermon title. Click the icon to open the sermon notes. To listen to the sermon, click on the speaker icon. 

Texts:  Luke 24:44-53; Genesis 1; Acts 12; Hebrews 1:14

1. What in the sermon this week was troubling, inspiring, convicting, or confusing foryou?
   
   
2. Is there a passage that comes to life and becomes incarnate in your soul? What is it? Explain to the group how this has connected with your mind and heart.
   
   
3. How do you define blessing? Is your definition shaped by Safety? Security? Comfort? Convenience?
   
   
4. How is the gospel affected by our view of blessing?
   
   
5. What part of your journey can you share with people in your Oikos?

“Divine Anger Management” by Pastor Tony

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Jesus:  Life Reimagined  Sermon Series
“Divine Anger Management”  by Pastor Tony
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April 14, 2019
Questions:  Contact Pastor Ric, 

Below are some discussion questions relating to a recent sermon. These are provided so that your Life Group can discuss what was shared. Previous Weeks’ Discussion Guides and Sermon Notes are available through the Sermons under the Resources menu. Click on the sermon series and then the sermon you are interested in.  You will see a paper icon under the sermon title. Click the icon to open the sermon notes. To listen to the sermon, click on the speaker icon. 

Texts:  Luke 19:45-48;  Matthew 21:12-16;  Mark 11:11-18

Ephesians 4:26 “In your anger do not sin. Do not let the sun go down on your anger.”

Proverbs 27:4 “Anger is cruel and fury overwhelming…”

Proverbs 29:11 “A fool gives full vent to their [anger] rage…”

Galatians 5:19-21 ...the fruit of the flesh is "hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, dissension, and factions.”

Nahum 1:3 “The Lord is slow to anger and great in power.”

Choose the best question(s) for your group

1. What about Pastor Tony’s teaching on anger caused you to reflect on your personal struggles with anger?
   
   
2. Explain how/why anger is acceptable for a Christ-follower but when it crosses a “biblical line” becomes unacceptable to God. When does that happen for you?
   
   
3. What role does self-control play in expressions of anger? How should we exercise self-control in heated situations?
   
   
4. Would people in your Oikos say you are quick to respond in anger? (James 1:19) Why would our listening skills help us with anger?
   
   
5. Why is it so helpful to resolve anger in a timely fashion? What are the steps to healthy anger resolution?
   
   
6. What triggers your anger? How could Life Groups help us with our triggers?