The Lord’s Prayer: Session 1 (Spring 2023)
Session 1 – Small Group Study Guide Study Questions The chapter begins by sharing a common sentiment many of us have encountered when it comes to prayer: Prayer can be discouraging. But that’s okay. We are studying prayer this season so we can be honest and grow together. How has the pursuit of prayer been […]
1 Peter Sermon Study: Session 9 (Fall 2022)
Session 9 – Small Group Study Guide Word: How this truth should be understood In vv. 9-10, what does Peter do before calling his readers to “proclaim the excellencies of him…”? Why does he do this? In v. 9, Peter describes believers using four different descriptions. What are some of the ideas and implications captured […]
1 Peter Sermon Study: Session 8 (Fall 2022)
Session 8 – Small Group Study Guide Word: How this truth should be understood Look back at 1 Peter 2:1-3 for context. How does that connect with 2:4? Peter uses a pertinent metaphor in every verse of this passage. What is the metaphor, and what is the point of the metaphor? How is Christ a […]
1 Peter Sermon Study: Session 7 (Fall 2022)
Session 7 – Small Group Study Guide Download: Word | Download: PDF Word: How this truth should be understood Read the Romans 8:12-18. What are some of the different ways Paul highlights our adoption? Worship: How this truth affects your heart Scripture is clear that all believers should be engaged in mercy ministry towards those […]
Sermon Study: Session 6 (Fall 2022)
Session 6 – Small Group Study Guide Download: Word | Download: PDF Word: How this truth should be understood Read the Romans 8:12-18. What are some of the different ways Paul highlights our adoption? Worship: How this truth affects your heart Scripture is clear that all believers should be engaged in mercy ministry towards those […]
1 Peter Sermon Study: Session 5 (Fall 2022)
Session 5 – Small Group Study Guide Download: Word | Download: PDF Word: How this truth should be understood In verse 11, what are the two things that the Spirit of Christ predicted? What is the significance of these graces for understanding your salvation? In verse 12, who does “those who preached the good news […]
1 Peter Sermon Study: Session 4 (Fall 2022)
Session 4 – Small Group Study Guide Download: Word | Download: PDF Word: How this truth should be understood In verse 6, Peter reminds us the trials we go through are “necessary.” Why is understanding this so significant for how we view and endure our trials? What are the things we often think are necessary […]
Outreach Month: Session 3 (Fall 2022)
Session 3 – Small Group Study Guide Download: Word | Download: PDF Discussion Questions What does evangelism currently look like in your life? What are some of the obstacles that keep you from proclaiming the gospel to others? What are some specific truths from Scripture that motivate you or encourage you towards faithfulness in evangelism? […]
1 Peter Sermon Study: Session 2 (Fall 2022)
Session 2 – Small Group Study Guide Living Hope 1 Peter 1:3-5 Download: Word | Download: PDF Review of Sermon Notes Types of hope: General Hope – a general desire for something to happen 1 Corinthians 16:7 – I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord permits Dying Hope – wrongfully anticipating […]
1 Peter Sermon Study: Session 1 (Fall 2022)
Session 1 – Small Group Study Guide Elect Exiles 1 Peter 1:1-2 Download: Word | Download: PDF Review of Sermon Notes Key Idea: Understanding our divine identity enables us to endure everything in life, including suffering. The Comfort of Our Divine Identity (v. 1) a. Exile b. Elect The Cause of Our Divine Identity (v. […]