Jesus, God’s Final Revelation – Hebrews 1

  1. Why were the Jewish leaders so opposed to Jesus, given his obvious fulfillment of so much of their prophecies?

 

 

  1. How did the inclusion of Gentiles confuse early Jewish Christians?

 

 

  1. Do you think people still follow their own personal ideas of what they expect Jesus to be?

 

 

  1. How can people see Jesus in Christians today? In what ways might our lives confuse them about about Jesus?

 

 




Happy Easter! What Now? – 1 Corinthians 15:58

  1. What are your thoughts about Easter as the holiday approaches?

 

 

  1. How much of your life would be meaningless if life ended with death?

 

 

  1. How does resurrection motivate you?

 

 

  1. How does Easter remind you of consistency and endurance?

 

 




The Unexpected King – Luke 19:28-40

  1. What aspect of Palm Sunday catches your attention?

 

 

  1. How did people misunderstand Jesus on Palm Sunday?

 

 

  1. What type of king did Jesus present Himself as?

 

 

  1. How would the crowds expectations ultimately lead to their rejection of Jesus?

 

 

  1. How does following Jesus lead to peace in our lives?

 

 




Genesis 3:1-7: The Tipping Point

  1. What are some of the partial truths that most people believe about God today?

 

 

  1. Why is the popular view of Satan today so different than the biblical view?

 

 

  1. Why does sin so often feel good, at least at first?

 

 

  1. How can self-consciousness be a good thing? How can it be a bad thing?

 

 

  1. What do you think relationships will be like in heaven?

 

 




Nehemiah 13: Making A Difference – Tough Love

  1. Who is a person in your life that you could always count on to give you tough love?

 

 

  1. What causes churches to lose their focus regarding their ultimate calling?

 

 

  1. Why do you think most regular church attenders aren’t regular church givers?

 

 

  1. What makes taking a break so difficult for us?

 

 




Nehemiah 12: Making A Difference – God’s Happy People

  1. What’s the most joyful experience you have ever had with God?

 

 

  1. How does sin affect our happiness with God and how should we deal with that?

 

 

  1. What is something you can give thanks for right now?

 

 

  1. How has giving (or tithing) to the Lord brought joy into your life?

 

 




Nehemiah 11: Making A Difference – Nehemiah’s Heroes

  1. When was the last time you found yourself in an uncomfortable situation? What fruit came of it?

 

 

  1. When have you avoided taking a risk and trusting God? Do you regret it?

 

 

  1. Who is someone that has made an impact in your life that may not get a lot of recognition?

 

 

  1. What are some of your giftings?

 

 

  1. What is one way that you can use your giftings to make a difference in God’s Kingdom this week?

 

 




Nehemiah 10: Making A Difference – Principles For Life

  1. How foundational has your family been?

 

 

  1. What were you taught, either by example or instruction, about a work/life balance?

 

 

  1. When was the last time you intentionally did nothing?

 

 

  1. Do you think most people need more to be reminded to work or to rest?

 

 

  1. How do you decide what to give?

 

 




Nehemiah 9: Making A Difference – Family History

  1. What are the root causes of division in our world?

 

 

  1. Where do you feel most connected?

 

 

  1. Have you experienced the cycle of success/pride/failure/repentance?

 

 

  1. How does coming to terms with our history help lead us forward?

 

 




Nehemiah 8: Making A Difference – Strength Beyond Walls

  1. When have you been the most joyful in your life?

 

 

  1. What things rob you of joy in your life?

 

 

  1. How should this chapter change the way we look at the Scriptures?

 

 

  1. In what ways should the joy of the Lord make you stronger?

 

 

  1. What are 3 practical ways that you can choose to be more joyful this week?