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Group Study Guide: A Passion for Christ

Opening Question:
What's the most expensive gift you've ever given someone? What motivated you to give it?

Key Takeaways:
1. Mary's act of anointing Jesus with expensive perfume demonstrated her deep pa...

Opening Question:
 What does the phrase "I've got your six" mean to you? How have you experienced this in your life?

Key Takeaways:

1. "The Lord has your six" refers to the security of your soul, not necessarily physical protection.

2. God won't listen to accusations against His justified chil...

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Sermon Overview
This sermon addresses the challenge of persevering in faith when times get tough. Using John 6 as the foundation, we examine why many disciples walked away from Jesus and what kept the twelve apostles committed. The message emphasizes two essentia...

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Group Study Guide: The Biblical View on Alcohol

Opening Prayer & Introduction:
Begin with prayer, asking God for wisdom and open hearts as you discuss this challenging topic. Remind the group that this discussion should be marked by grace, truth, and respect for...

Group Study Guide: "If the Church Ever Gets Out of the Building"

Icebreaker Question: When was the last time you had a spiritual conversation with someone outside of a church building? What made it memorable or challenging?

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Sermon Summary:

This sermon challenges us to move beyond a "parke...

Opening Prayer & Icebreaker
Icebreaker Question: Share about a time when you were completely wrong about something or someone, and how you discovered the truth. How did that realization change you?

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Key Scripture References
- Acts 9:1-22 (Primary text - Saul's conversion)
- Acts 22:1-16 (Pau...

Group Study Guide: Thinking Outside the Boat

Icebreaker Question: What's the biggest risk you've ever taken in your life? Looking back, was it worth it?

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Sermon Overview
This sermon explores Peter's journey from ordinary fisherman to extraordinary disciple through three key moments where he...

Group Study Guide: Keeping Friction from Fracturing
Based on Acts 6:1-7

Icebreaker Question: Share a time when a conflict in a relationship (family, work, or church) was resolved well. What made the difference?

Introduction
This study explores how the early church navigated internal conflict an...

Opening Activity (10 minutes)
Begin your group time with 60 seconds of complete silence. Have everyone put away phones and simply sit quietly. Afterward, discuss:
* How did that silence make you feel?
* What was your first instinct when the silence ended?
* When was the last time you experienced ...

Group Study Guide: Overcoming Gossip

Key Takeaways:
1. Gossip is a serious sin, listed alongside other grievous offenses in Romans 1:28-32.
2. Gossip destroys relationships, reputations, and unity within the church.
3. We are accountable for both intentional and idle words (Matthew 12:36-37).
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Group Study Guide: Once Saved, Always Struggling

Opening Prayer:
Begin your group time by asking God to give you confidence in His grace and a deeper understanding of walking in the light.

Icebreaker Question:
Share a time when you felt uncertain about something important in your life. How did ...

Group Study Guide: "Are You Giving God the Bare Minimum?”

Icebreaker Question: When have you given your "all" to something you were passionate about? What motivated that level of commitment?

Key Scripture References
* 2 Corinthians 13:5
* Malachi 1:6-13
* Matthew 23:23
* Matthew 20:1-16 (Labore...

Group Study Guide: Spiritual Death: One Compromise at a Time

Icebreaker Question: Share about a time when you felt pressure to "fit in" with a group. How did you respond, and what did you learn from that experience?

Key Scripture References
* Luke 22:31-34, 54-62 (Peter's denial)
* Daniel 1:8 (...

Group Discussion Guide: The Withdrawal of Fellowship

Opening Prayer and Introduction:
Begin with prayer, asking God to give your group wisdom, humility, and love as you discuss this difficult but important topic.

Icebreaker Question
* Why do you think God designed Christianity to be lived out i...

Group Study Guide: What to Do When You Don't Know What to Do

Icebreaker Question: Share about a time when you felt completely powerless to change a difficult situation. How did you respond?

Key Scripture References:

* Mark 10:46-52 (Bartimaeus)
* Psalm 18:6
* 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
* James 1:2-...

Group Discussion Guide: Here's Help - Struggling with Pornography

Opening Prayer
Begin with prayer, asking God for courage, honesty, and compassion as you discuss this sensitive topic together.

Introduction
This session addresses a struggle that affects millions—including Christians. David Loon...

Group Discussion Guide - “Here's Help for Someone Struggling with Homosexuality"

Opening Prayer & Introduction
Begin with prayer, asking God for wisdom, compassion, and understanding as you discuss this sensitive topic together.

Icebreaker Question: What does it mean to you personally that we a...

Group Study Guide: Places That Will Change Your Life - The Throne of God

Icebreaker Question: What's one place you've visited that exceeded your expectations? What made it so meaningful?

Key Scripture
"Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and f...

Group Study Guide: Satan's Trap of Guilt

Icebreaker Question: Share a time when you felt truly free from something that had been weighing you down. What did that freedom feel like?

Key Sermon Themes

1. Understanding Guilt vs. Shame
* Shame: What we feel because of how others treat us
* Guilt: ...

Group Study Guide: Five Reasons to Trust Your Bible

Opening Prayer
Begin with prayer, asking God to open hearts to His Word. Invite members to share briefly: What role does the Bible play in your daily life right now?

Key Takeaways from the Sermon
1. God is the primary author of Scripture - The...