"Creation, the Curse, and the Cross"

The Alliance Church of Elizabethtown

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"Creation, the Curse, and the Cross"

October 8, 2023 • Jim Moynihan

"Creation, the Curse, and the Cross"

Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/creation-the-curse-and-the-cross

Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion:

1. What is the significance that BOTH male and female are made in the image of God?

2. How do the role/responsibilities of both the man and woman uniquely reflect the image of God?

3. What are some evidences of the headship of man in Genesis 2?

4. How did the Curse damage the relationship between men and women?

5. How has the Cross promised to restore this relationship?

"Masters and Slaves"

November 5, 2023 • Jim Moynihan • Ephesians 6:5–9

"Masters and Slaves" Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/masters-and-slaves-16131613 Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion: 1. If you someone UNDER authority, what might it look like to submit/obey with all due respect, sincerity of heart, and integrity of character? Brainstorm several ideas. 2. If you someone IN authority, what might it look like to lead with all due respect, sincerity of heart, and integrity of character? Also, to NOT leverage your power to manipulate or control. Brainstorm several ideas. 3. What might it look like to endure unjust suffering because I am conscious of God? 4. Have you thought about the idea of facing persecution? If so, what kind of emotions and thoughts does this stir? How might we challenge one another to be ready to suffer for the cause of Christ?

Parents and Children

October 29, 2023 • Jim Moynihan • Ephesians 6:1–4

"Parents and Children" Digital Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/alliancechurch/parents-and-children Questions for Personal Reflection/Group Discussion: 1. Why are children commanded to obey their parents as an expression of honoring them? 2. In what ways will it “go well” for those who honor their parents? 3. In what practical ways can you better honor your parents? 4. Examine the suggested “Healthy Pattern…” diagram. Do you agree? Disagree? 5. Dads, in what ways are you possibly provoking your children to wrath? What steps do you need to take to better a.) nurture them b.) instruct them and c.) admonish them?