Application Questions:
The Gospel writers gave specific, detailed accounts of Jesus’ resurrection. What parts of the story give you confidence that the resurrection story is true?
What hope does the resurrection of Jesus give to a believer who is afraid to die?
What is your favorite song about Jesus’ resurrection? How does singing doctrine bless the soul and the church?
When you need to hear or speak words of encouragement, do you speak of this life or the next? How might you gain a greater eternal perspective on the future you in Christ?
I Believe in the Risen Savior
John 20:1-8
August 2, 2020 • Michael Wilburn, Senior Pastor
Amen
October 4, 2020 • Michael Wilburn, Senior Pastor
Why does The Apostles’ Creed end with “amen”? When do you say “amen”? What does it mean? Overall, what is your biggest takeaway from learning The Apostles’ Creed? What is the value of a theological statement like a Creed in the life of a local church?
I Believe in Eternal Life
September 27, 2020 • Michael Wilburn, Senior Pastor
What is eternal life? Exactly, what is Jesus offering and promising to those who believe? What is good about eternal life? What is a Christian looking forward to after death? Is there a difference between eternal and everlasting life? Does everyone desire to live forever? What would cause a person to hate life and reject eternal life?
I Believe in the Resurrection
September 20, 2020 • Michael Wilburn, Senior Pastor
Why do we naturally care for the dead—both the body and the burial? How confident are you that the resurrection will be real? What is similar between Jesus’ resurrection and the believer’s resurrection? Any differences? How does believing in the resurrection shape the way you live and anticipate dying?