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Have you ever had to be rescued from something or someone? A car breakdown? Stranded somewhere? An awful situation? This is the fourth week of Advent, a time of anticipation that includes the four Sundays before Christmas anticipating the birth of Jesus. Each week during this series, we're discussing a different theme. This week we are exploring the Christmas Love that we find in God's presence with us through Jesus to save us from our sins. REVIEW & DISCUSS
First, take some time to identify ways you can thank God for your salvation. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in praise and prayer. ICEBREAKER What are some of your favorite light displays or other activities to go to around Christmas? (e.g., Bentleyville, GLOW Festival, Ice Sculptures, etc.) This is the third week of Advent, a time of anticipation that includes the four Sundays before Christmas anticipating the birth of Jesus. Each week during this series, we're discussing a different theme. This week we are exploring the Christmas Joy that was proclaimed by the Angel's announcement of the birth of the Messiah. REVIEW & DISCUSS Read Luke 2:8-12. Notice the Angel's statement, "I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people." Pastor Jim shared five reasons for joy in knowing Jesus.
First, take some time to identify ways you can give praise to God for the joy you've discussed tonight. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in praise and prayer. ICEBREAKER
What are some of the more peaceful Christmas memories or traditions in your family? What are some of the more non-peaceful Christmas memories or experience in your family? This is the second week of Advent, a time of anticipation that includes the four Sundays before Christmas anticipating the birth of Jesus. Each week during this series, we'll be discussing a different theme. This week we are exploring the Christmas Peace that was prophesied of the Messiah. REVIEW & DISCUSS Read Isaiah 9:1-7.
First, take some time to identify prayer needs related to the discussion. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in prayer. ICEBREAKER
What are some of your favorite things during the Advent/Christmas season? Do you have any favorite traditions? This is the first week of Advent, a time of anticipation that includes the four Sundays before Christmas anticipating the birth of Jesus. Each week during this series, we'll be discussing a different theme. This week we are exploring the Christmas Hope of the promise of the Messiah. REVIEW & DISCUSS Read Genesis 3:1-5.
First, take some time to identify prayer needs related to the discussion. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in prayer. ICEBREAKER
When you are especially hungry or thirsty, what are your go-to foods or drinks? And do they tend to be healthy or comfort foods/drinks? This is the second week discussing a new teaching series called “Come to Me.” Over the course of three weeks, we are discussing three invitations from Jesus. This week we’re discussing his invitation to have your thirst quenched. REVIEW & DISCUSS Read John 7:37-38.
TAKEAWAY 1. What are some things (other than Jesus) you’ve used to try quenching thirst or hunger? 2. Have you experienced the flow of “living water” that Jesus provides? If so, what has that felt like? How has it impacted your desires, passions, motivations, etc.? 3. What are some ways you can better drink of Jesus’ living water, and share it with others? PRAYER First, take some time to identify prayer needs related to the discussion about thirst, hunger and having your soul quenched. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in prayer. ICEBREAKER
Have you ever hurt yourself carrying or lifting something heavy? Tell us about it. This is the first week discussing a new teaching series from Pastor Jim called "Come to Me." Over the courses of three weeks, we'll be discussing three invitations from Jesus to come to him. This week we're discussing his invitation to "come to me and I will give you rest." REVIEW & DISCUSS
First, take some time to ask people to identify prayer needs related to the discussion about feeling used by others. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in prayer. ICEBREAKER
Would you rather have time stop every time you go to sleep so you don’t waste any time or only need to sleep for two hours and feel fully rested? This is the last week of discussing a teaching series from Pastor Jim called Triggered. During this series, we’ve been exploring various emotions that are easily triggered in us, the commands Jesus gives us about those emotions, and how to manage them. This week we're talking about own fear and insecurity and how it can lead to judging others. REVIEW & DISCUSS
First, take some time to ask people to identify prayer needs related to the discussion about feeling used by others. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in prayer. ICEBREAKER
Would you rather be rich and ugly or poor and beautiful? Would you rather lose all your money and possessions or one of your sense (like sight or hearing)? We’re discussing a new teaching series from Pastor Jim called Triggered and during this series, we’re exploring various emotions that are easily triggered in us, the commands Jesus gives us about those emotions, and how to manage them. This week we're talking about insecurity and finances. REVIEW & DISCUSS
First, take some time to ask people to identify prayer needs related to the discussion about feeling used by others. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in prayer. ICEBREAKER
Would you rather get a "we need to talk" email from your boss or get a voicemail from your doctor asking you to call them back immediately? Would you rather get stuck in traffic when your flight boards in an hour or have to parallel park into a tight space during rush-hour traffic? We’re discussing a new teaching series from Pastor Jim called Triggered and during this series, we’re exploring various emotions that are easily triggered in us, the commands Jesus gives us about those emotions, and how to manage them. This week we're talking about worry. REVIEW & DISCUSS
First, take some time to ask people to identify prayer needs related to the discussion about feeling used by others. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in prayer. Be ready with a printed copy of the Wheel of Emotions to hand out to your group or have them download it themselves.
ICEBREAKER What's the farthest you've ever walked or run? Was it for fun or did you have to do it? We’re discussing a new teaching series from Pastor Jim called Triggered and during this series, we’ll be exploring various emotions that are easily triggered in us, how they can lead to sin, the commands Jesus gives us about those emotions, and how to manage them. This week we're looking at the emotions that are triggered when we feel like someone is using us for their gain. REVIEW & DISCUSS
First, take some time to ask people to identify prayer needs related to the discussion about feeling used by others. Second, take some time to ask for additional prayer requests. Then close your time together in prayer. |
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