April 13 - Ways to Miss Jesus

John 11:55-12:19

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  • For further context on this passage, watch this BibleProject video.

  • For a broader look at Palm Sunday, read this article.

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  • Mary was criticized for her extravagant gift to Jesus. This week, find a way to generously give of yourself to Jesus, even if it is misunderstood by others.

  • After Jesus was glorified, the disciples finally understood. How will you share the Easter truth this week with someone who doesn’t yet understand?

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  • The leaders, crowds, and disciples all missed Jesus. How are we in danger of doing the same thing?

  • What steps can we take together to instead pursue Jesus and go all in sacrificially for Him?

  • Explore 1 Corinthians 15 & John 11 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
April 6 - Glory to the Only Wise God

Romans 16:25-27

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  • Understanding true GLORY requires deeper insight into God’s nature. Watch this video.

  • References to God’s glory are seen throughout all of scripture. Learn more in this article.

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  • Faith leading to obedience brings God glory. What step of obedience is God nudging you to take this week?

  • Rewrite these 3 verses in your own words, then use as a prayer for yourself and others this week!

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  • God has power to strengthen believers/churches in faith(against error), in holiness(against temptation), and in courage(against persecution) Which of these do you need most right now? Why?

  • Mutually confess to a friend or your group a specific area of life where you aren’t bringing God glory. Then pray for each other that God will empower change in you.

  • Explore John 12:12-19 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
March 30 - Final Greetings

Romans 16:1-23

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  • Watch this video explaining how New Testament letters (like Romans) were written and why it matters.

  • For additional thoughts and cross references on identifying false teachers, consider this article.

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  • Today’s passage is an incredible example of how loving relationships and unity should fill the church. What is one practical way you will love another Christian or pursue unity this week?

  • Rewrite verses 19-21 as a prayer. Then use it to specifically pray for others in our church this week.

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  • What divisions or obstacles are showing up in the Church today? How can this passage help identify and protect our body from this danger?

  • This passage is a testament to the love, diversity, and unity present in the early church. What can we do today, to foster these same characteristics in our church and community?

  • Explore Romans 16:25-27 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
March 23 - Purpose, Belonging & Power

Romans 15:14-33

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  • As we near the end of Romans, this video pulls together all we’ve learned so far:.

  • Read this article to see ways Christian ministry is unique.

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  • In this letter Paul asks “to be helped on my journey”. How might God be urging you to fulfill Christ’s ministry? Share that prompting with a friend.

  • Paul admonishes readers to strive in prayer. Look for opportunities this week to pray for and with people in your ministry. Then actually do it!

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  • What unique ministry do you think God has given you? What can you do to pursue this?

  • How does the way we pray line up with Paul’s example of prayer? (v 30-33) How can we grow in striving in prayer together?

  • Explore Romans 16:1-24 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith