The Light in Our Dark World (John 9:1-7)
Key idea: We need to turn to the light of Christ in a broken world made dark by sin. Three things the light of Christ reveals:
Psalms 121 | Why should we go to God for help?
Answer these two questions Key Idea: God’s got you, so turn to him for help. Small Group Questions
Psalm 51 | Feel The Weight
Key Idea: Feel the weight of your sin, so you can feel the weight of your Savior 1. David’s Posture in Repentance Four elements of David’s posture: 2. God’s Power in Redemption Small Group Questions
Through the Fire (James 1:2-4)
Key Idea: God uses every trial not to make you comfortable, but to make you more like Christ.
Inside Out (Matthew 5:27-30)
Key idea: In our battle against sin, Jesus gives us a radical hope for radical change I. Radical Hope Lust: uncontrolled sexual desire Hope: aligning our desires with God’s II. Radical Change Radical Amputation Radical Positioning
The Cure for Anxiety (Luke 12:22-34)
Key idea: Jesus reminds us not to worry about our daily needs because God cares for us—and that an eternal treasure awaits us in heaven.
Love in a World of Anger (Matthew 5:21-26)
Key Idea: While the world is characterized by anger and conflict, the kingdom of Christ is characterized by love.
Psalm 113 | Praise our Lord
Key Idea: Praise God for He is Lord. 1. Praise God 2. He is Lord Small Group Questions
Psalm 34 | The Lord is a Faithful Refuge to Fearful People
Key Idea: The Lord is a faithful refuge to fearful people. 1. Worship the Lord because He alone is worthy (vv1-3) 2. Remember the Lord’s faithfulness when fear exposes your weakness (vv4-7) 3. Taste and See the Lord’s goodness for yourself (vv8-10) Small Group Questions
Parenting Out of a Rested Heart
Psalm 127 Key Idea: We parent best out of a rested heart of faith. Two keys to parenting from a rested heart: Two worries: raising up our kids and protecting our kids