Abiding in Love

Greater Portland Bible Church

Abiding in Love

March 14, 2021 • Wayne Williams

**This week we are discussing Abiding in the True Vine from John 15:1-17. Jesus tells the disciples that he is the True Vine, that God the Father is the vinedresser and that we are the branches. Discuss these questions around your tables with your family, friends, or small group.**

1. Read through John 15:1-17 (ESV) and count how many times you see the word abide. What is the importance of abiding with Jesus? How have you seen Jesus abiding and remaining with you?
2. Go around the table and share with one another how closely connected you are with Jesus? Have you gone through moments this year where you have felt disconnected from Jesus? What were those moments like? If you are close with Jesus, how can you make sure that you remain close with him during difficult times?
3. Jesus says that God the Father is the vinedresser that prunes and cuts. Sometimes these moments can be difficult and maybe even painful in our life. How have you experienced God pruning and removing things in your life that have made you more fruitful in your faith journey?

Life After the Resurrection

April 11, 2021 • Greg Lunsford

**This Sunday we wrapped up our series on The Table by looking at "Life After The Resurrection." This week discuss these questions drawn from John 20:11-21:19.** 1. Which story defines where you are at in your faith currently? Are you a seeker? Do you struggle with fear? Do you wrestle with doubts? Or do you find yourself sitting in shame? 2. Looking over the scriptures, what does God’s word say about where you are at in your faith? How does the reality of the resurrection free you? 3. We see in God’s word that the resurrection changes everything. How has the resurrection changed you and your story? Share around your tables the victory that Christ’s resurrection has brought in your life.

Risen Victory

April 4, 2021 • Greg Lunsford

**It was great to worship with you all on Easter Sunday. Because of the resurrection of Jesus we are able to say the words, “He is Risen!” every day of our lives. On Sunday we talked about how the resurrection is necessary for victory.** **During your discussions this week, answer these table talk questions:** 1. Is it hard for you to confess that you are a sinner? If yes, why? Furthermore, do you find it difficult to confess when your sins daily? Why would that be difficult? 2. How do you see the affects of sin in our city, our country, and our world? 3. Looking at the victory we have in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, how has Jesus changed your life? What hope does the resurrection bring to a fallen world?

Greater Portland Bible Church

Abiding in Love

Life After the Resurrection

April 11, 2021 • Greg Lunsford

Risen Victory

April 4, 2021 • Greg Lunsford

From the Table to the Cross

April 2, 2021 • Greg Lunsford