For The Sake Of The Mission
Additional Scripture References:
Philippians 3:3-6; Matthew 4:4
Study Questions:
1. What things stuck out to you from this text? Is there anything in this text that challenges you?
2. When was the last time you had to humbly submit to God’s word upon your life? What does this mean for you and your heart?
3. Is the gospel good news to you? Is it truly good news? Why or why not? Do you need to be persuaded that Christ had to die for you or that it was enough for you?
4. Which example given in the sermon (included in the notes) do you most relate to with regards to pushing the cross out of the center so that you can be the center?
Death On Both Sides Of The Cross
For The Sake Of The Mission
September 25, 2016 • Michael McCracken
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