Gospel-Centered Community (5-24-2020)

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Gospel-Centered Community (5-24-2020)

Jesus sent the church to change the world but first the church must be a changed world itself

May 24, 2020 • Ernie Jaurique

Questions:

1. Read Acts 2:42-47. What does a thriving Gospel-Centered Community look like and why do you think there are very few expressions of one?

2. Read Romans 12:9-21. How can we turn Gospel-Centered Living into Gospel-Centered Community?

3. When it comes to Gospel-Centered Community, what do you think is the difference between the church today and the New Testament church (Acts, Romans, Ephesians, Philippians, etc.)? How can we become a church that is more involved and engaged in each other's lives?

4. How is it possible to live others-centered when our world is so me-centered? What does this re-centering require?

5. What are some practical steps YOU can take to genuinely engage in Gospel-Centered Community? How can you practice this in your Community Group this next week?

Know the Unknowable (7-19-20)

July 19, 2020 • Blake Murchison

Questions: 1. Read Genesis 3:1-6. Do you trust God to define what is good and what is evil? Why or why not? Explain. 2. Is it possible that we have created a cultural Jesus and a cultural Christianity? 3. Would you define yourself as a true follower of Christ? Are you living with the eternal kingdom in mind or is your hope and trust in the man-made kingdoms of this world? 4. How do we change our hearts to be conformed into the image and likeness of Jesus Christ? 5. Read Matthew 28:19-20. The call of the kingdom, and following Jesus, is defined by the work of making disciples of Jesus Christ. Are you actively involved in making disciples? How?

Safe and Secure (7-12-20)

July 12, 2020 • Ron Everingham

Questions: 1. Read Exodus 14:10-14 and Isaiah 43:16-18. Do you find yourself longing for the “good old days”? What about the past do you desire? 2. Read Isaiah 43:19-21. Why is it so hard to be perceptive of the ways God is working for our good and His glory? 3. How can we allow uncomfortable and unknown circumstances to become a starting point for change? 4. As God takes us beyond the bounds of what we know is safe and secure, will you trust God? Why or why not? Explain. 5. Search your heart: In who or what do I place my safety and security? What would it look like to find my safety and security in Christ alone?

Contact Precautions (7-5-20)

July 5, 2020 • Brian Kinkade

Questions: 1. In what ways has our current pandemic strengthened your walk with Christ? In what ways has it challenged your walk with Christ? 2. Read verses 11-13. What are some ways we can lift up our voices to God for mercy? 3. Read verse 14. Do you find it easier to follow the commands of God or to believe in His promises? Explain. 4. Read verses 15-19. How often do you allow God’s goodness to lead you into praise and worship? 5. How can we as a community group choose to worship God this week, regardless of situation or circumstance?