Mountain View Sermons: Recent Episodes
Mountain View Community Church
Shane Rasch – Genesis 46-47
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* How would you describe your current season of spiritual life? Do you feel at home in this world or more like an exile? * Has there ever been a time when you doubted God’s presence or providence? * How is it looking back on that season now? (unless you are currently in it) * What is it about God’s presence and/or providence that makes any season of life more bearable? * Why do you think God sent Israel into Egypt and into slavery, only to ultimately rescue them out of it?
Jacob Chacko – Genesis 45
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out to you most from Joseph’s response to his brothers in Genesis 45? * Which of the four elements of biblical forgiveness (naming the sin, identifying with the sinner, releasing the debt, seeking their good) is hardest for you? Why? * How does God’s sovereignty (“God sent me”) help Joseph forgive, and how can it help us forgive today? * Why is it important to see ourselves first as recipients of Christ’s forgiveness before trying to forgive others? * What is one practical step you can take this week toward forgiveness or reconciliation in a strained relationship?
Kevin Wolfe – Genesis 42-44
https://vimeo.com/1213611588?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ciBulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this passage or sermon? Why? * What makes reconciliation in broken relationships so difficult? * Why is it important for each person in a broken relationship to take ownership of their own sin rather than focus on the other person’s failures? * Extending mercy is often costly. Why is showing mercy to someone who has hurt you so difficult? What makes it worth pursuing? * Why is genuine repentance essential for rebuilding trust? What does biblical repentance look like in practice? * Is there a relationship in your life where God may be calling you to pursue reconciliation? What practical step could you take this week? How might you involve others to help encourage and support you in this journey?
Kevin Wolfe – Genesis 40-41
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* Looking back over Joseph’s story to this point (Genesis 37–41), what has encouraged or challenged you most about his faith and God’s work in his life? * Why is waiting on the Lord so difficult? What makes it especially challenging to trust God’s timing? * Joseph’s circumstances changed dramatically, but God’s presence with him remained constant. How does knowing that the Lord is with you change the way you endure seasons of waiting? * Joseph consistently pointed others to God, both in prison and in the palace. What are some practical ways you can put the Lord on display while you wait on Him? * Looking back on your own life, can you think of a season when God was accomplishing far more than you realized while you were waiting? What did He teach you through it?
Nick Cistola – Genesis 39
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What’s different about how God met Joseph in his situation and how God meets us in ours? * For those in Christ, how does God’s steadfast love meet you and how do you know this?
Andrew Overmiller – Genesis 38
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What stands out to you most about the fact that God chose to include Judah and Tamar in the lineage of Jesus? What does that teach us about God’s grace toward broken people? * Where are you most tempted to lose hope right now, and how does Genesis 38 challenge you to trust that God is still at work even when you can’t see it? * Is there an area of your life where you’ve been tempted to hide sin instead of confessing it? What would it look like to take one step toward confession and repentance this week?
Kevin Wolfe – Genesis 36-37
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How did favoritism contribute to the conflict in Joseph’s family? What lessons can parents, grandparents, and other family members learn from this account? * Joseph could not see what God was doing while he was being betrayed and sold into slavery. How does the truth of God’s “hidden hand” encourage you when you face circumstances that seem confusing, painful, or unfair? * Can you identify a difficult, disappointing, or even evil situation in your life through which God later brought about good? What did that experience teach you about God’s providence? * What similarities do you see between Joseph’s life and the life of Jesus? How do these parallels help you better understand God’s plan of redemption and cause you to worship Him?
Jacob Chacko – Genesis 35
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What are the idols that may have survived your transformation? Do they seem to be more active or passive? What would repentance in these areas look like? * Jacob experiences sadness after sadness. Have you ever experienced a season like that? How did you experience God’s presence (or absence) during that time? * God blessed Jacob right before some of the hardest seasons of his life. How does this challenge our typical definition of “blessing”? * What might it practically look like to be honest about your frailty and more fully lean on God’s fortitude?
Tom Harcus – Acts 19:8-10
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How has it impacted your picture of MVCC and your part? * In response to God, what is one action step you could take?
Shane Rasch – Genesis 33-34
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Esau’s forgiveness of Jacob is easily the best part of this story. What do you think led him to forgive Jacob? * Is there anyone in your life that you don’t think you could ever forgive? Is this ever an acceptable posture to have? Why or why not? * Is there a step the Lord might be leading you to take in forgiving someone? * Jacob and his sons resorted to fighting or freezing in the face of evil. What is your natural inclination? Where did you learn that response? * How should we respond to evil in the world? How do we respond when the right attitude or action is not immediately obvious?
Jacob Chacko – Genesis 32
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What is the ‘Esau’ in your life currently—the thing you’re most focused on fixing/controlling? * Is there a wound in your life that you should view with curiosity? How might God be using it? * What would it look like in your daily life if God moved from the edge to the center?
Kevin Wolfe – Genesis 30:24-31:55
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Where has God blessed you? * How does recognizing that those blessings come from God impact you generosity with that gift? How does it change the way you view others who may not be blessed in the same area? * When we think we are “self-made people,” we often seek to protect what we have. What “self-protection strategies” are you tempted to employ in your life?
Calder Marriott – Genesis 29:31-30:24
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Are there any idols in your life right now? If so, what are they? * How does this passage challenge the way you think about God’s sovereignty through sin and suffering? * How might it affect your day-to-day life to know and believe that God sees, listen to, and remembers you?
Aaron LeDuc – Genesis 29:1-30
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What is competing with God for the center of your heart? What would happen in your life if that thing were lost? * Have there been times when your desires have led you to ignore wise discernment or counsel? * How does this passage challenge the way you think about God’s sovereignty through suffering? * How does the love of Christ through the cross bring you hope? How do you want to reorient your life around Him as a result of this passage?
Jacob Chacko – Genesis 28:10-22
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Does Jacob’s situation in this passage resonate with your current season, or a prior * one? * When life is falling apart, what do you believe about God? * What ‘stairway’ are you tempted to build to get to God? * Is there a hard situation now where might God already be at work in your life? * What would a genuine (not perfect) response to God look like for you this week?
Kevin Wolfe – Genesis 27-29
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What would have to be true in your life to feel like you are living “the blessed life”? * How is God’s blessing different from our culture’s view of blessing? * In what ways are you tempted to control or strive to obtain God’s blessing in your life? * How might the Lord be inviting you to stop striving and instead rest in His grace through Christ?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 24:13-53
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Is it surprising to you to hear that the whole Bible is pointing to Jesus? How does this change how you might engage with the Word of God? * If Jesus really rose from the dead, how does it shape your hopes, fears, or priorities? * What does it say about our reading of the Bible if the disciples could know the scriptures so well and still miss its central message? * Why do you think Jesus was so careful to prove that his resurrection was physical? How does this impact your life? * Who in your life needs to hear the hope of the resurrection proclaimed? How do you intend, with the Spirit’s help, to respond to this?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 19:28-24
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What does this text reveal about God’s heart for those who have missed Him or misunderstand Him? * What are the ways you tend to make Jesus the king of your agenda, rather than submitting to Him? * What are the ways that you try to manage or control Jesus in order that your life remains comfortable? * Are there any areas of your life that you demand peace from Jesus that He has never promised? What would it look like to grow in your understanding of “the things that make for peace”? * What would it look like for you this week to not just celebrate Jesus, but to rest in the peace that’s found through the cross?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 19:28-24
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What does this text reveal about God’s heart for those who have missed Him or misunderstand Him? * What are the ways you tend to make Jesus the king of your agenda, rather than submitting to Him? * What are the ways that you try to manage or control Jesus in order that your life remains comfortable? * Are there any areas of your life that you demand peace from Jesus that He has never promised? What would it look like to grow in your understanding of “the things that make for peace”? * What would it look like for you this week to not just celebrate Jesus, but to rest in the peace that’s found through the cross?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 19:28-24
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What does this text reveal about God’s heart for those who have missed Him or misunderstand Him? * What are the ways you tend to make Jesus the king of your agenda, rather than submitting to Him? * What are the ways that you try to manage or control Jesus in order that your life remains comfortable? * Are there any areas of your life that you demand peace from Jesus that He has never promised? What would it look like to grow in your understanding of “the things that make for peace”? * What would it look like for you this week to not just celebrate Jesus, but to rest in the peace that’s found through the cross?
Kevin Wolfe – Luke 9:51-62
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Why is it important to have the right expectations about following Jesus? * How can wrong expectations (like comfort, ease, or immediate results) affect our faith when things get challenging? * According to this passage, what does it cost to follow Jesus? What do we gain in following Him and how does this shape our willingness to sacrifice? * Are there specific things (comfort, relationships, plans, fears) that are holding you back from fully following Jesus? What would it look like to surrender those things this week?
Aaron LeDuc – Titus 3:8-15
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * If someone else assessed your life, would they say that you are useful to others? If so, what is your motivation for this? * Who in your life is tangibly better off because you follow Jesus? * Are there topics or controversies that take your focus off of loving others? * Where are there areas of “urgent need”, either physical or spiritual, that you could address in the world around you with God’s help? * What do you think would happen if Mountain View lived this out faithfully? How would it impact individuals and institutions in our community?
Jacob Chacko – Titus 3:4-7
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * When it comes to living out your faith in a culture that’s opposed to it, is your tendency toward passivity or aggression? * Do people who spend time with you know from your words that the things of the gospel are precious to you? Are there areas where it needs to be more clearly declared? * Are there areas where God is calling you to lovingly rebuke or exhort others? How can you do that in a way that looks like Jesus? * What happens when you fail to live in accord with what you believe? How does the gospel empower you to be free from either perfectionism or defeat?
Shane Rasch – Titus 3:1-3
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * When it comes to living out your faith in a culture that’s opposed to it, is your tendency toward passivity or aggression? * Do people who spend time with you know from your words that the things of the gospel are precious to you? Are there areas where it needs to be more clearly declared? * Are there areas where God is calling you to lovingly rebuke or exhort others? How can you do that in a way that looks like Jesus? * What happens when you fail to live in accord with what you believe? How does the gospel empower you to be free from either perfectionism or defeat?
Aaron LeDuc – Titus 2:15
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * When it comes to living out your faith in a culture that’s opposed to it, is your tendency toward passivity or aggression? * Do people who spend time with you know from your words that the things of the gospel are precious to you? Are there areas where it needs to be more clearly declared? * Are there areas where God is calling you to lovingly rebuke or exhort others? How can you do that in a way that looks like Jesus? * What happens when you fail to live in accord with what you believe? How does the gospel empower you to be free from either perfectionism or defeat?
Kevin Wolfe – Titus 2:11-14
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Why does the Lord care not only about what we do, but why we do it? What are some of the motivations (good or bad) that can drive obedience? * How does reflecting on what Christ has done, is doing, and will do fuel a desire for holiness? * Verse 14 says Jesus is forming a people “zealous for good works.” What good works is the Lord stirring in you right now? * What is one specific way you want to respond this week as you “wait for our blessed hope”? How can you involve community in that response?
Aaron LeDuc – Titus 2:1-10
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Where is the gospel visible in your life? How could you and our church culture better reflect the gospel to outsiders? * What are the areas where you know the truth but fail to let it guide your life? * In your ordinary roles (family, work, church, friendships), how does your life align with gospel teaching? * Where might self-control be weak in your life? How can you cultivate it? * How does it empower and motivate you in the mission God has called you to, knowing your life can “adorn the gospel”?
Jacob Chacko- Titus 1:10-16
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How is the gospel the answer for all cultures, whether in Crete or Fort Collins? * How would you define legalism? * Why is legalism a danger to gospel belief? * Are there ways that you overestimate or underestimate legalism? * What does the Spirit want you to change in your thinking or actions as a result of this sermon?
Aaron LeDuc – Titus 1:5-9
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How does it make you feel that you are a steward? What are the implications of that? * Is it hard for you to see your time on earth as short? How does the world around us try to forget it? * What thoughts did you have on imagining Heaven? How might growing in your vision of that reality impact your life now? * Are you most wired to accumulate stuff, experiences, or savings? What might pursuing love with your money practically look like? * How can you more fully invite your community in to help you see blind spots in how you steward your money?
Aaron LeDuc – Titus 1:1-4
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How does it make you feel that you are a steward? What are the implications of that? * Is it hard for you to see your time on earth as short? How does the world around us try to forget it? * What thoughts did you have on imagining Heaven? How might growing in your vision of that reality impact your life now? * Are you most wired to accumulate stuff, experiences, or savings? What might pursuing love with your money practically look like? * How can you more fully invite your community in to help you see blind spots in how you steward your money?
Kevin Wolfe – Hebrews 10:19-25
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How does it make you feel that you are a steward? What are the implications of that? * Is it hard for you to see your time on earth as short? How does the world around us try to forget it? * What thoughts did you have on imagining Heaven? How might growing in your vision of that reality impact your life now? * Are you most wired to accumulate stuff, experiences, or savings? What might pursuing love with your money practically look like? * How can you more fully invite your community in to help you see blind spots in how you steward your money?
Greg Yancy- Colossians 3:1-4
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How might a long familiarity with the church or with the Bible actually dull your expectation that God will fulfill His promises? * Where are you currently “sitting in darkness”? What would it look like for the light of the gospel to guide you? What would peace look like? * Are there ways this text changes your expectations of God’s deliverance? * What would change in your prayers, habits, or hopes this Advent if you truly believed God has already visited His people in Christ?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 1:68-79
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How might a long familiarity with the church or with the Bible actually dull your expectation that God will fulfill His promises? * Where are you currently “sitting in darkness”? What would it look like for the light of the gospel to guide you? What would peace look like? * Are there ways this text changes your expectations of God’s deliverance? * What would change in your prayers, habits, or hopes this Advent if you truly believed God has already visited His people in Christ?
Shane Rasch – Luke 1:46-55
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What are some ways that you are tempted to act as an owner in your life, rather than recognizing you’re a tenant in the life that God has provided you? * How has God pursued you in the past? What are the ways he drew you to himself? Are there areas in your life where you are ignoring God’s pursuit? * Is your life truly built on Christ? Are there any areas where you are refusing to do this or continuing to experience enmity with God? * What does the Lord want you to practically change as a result of this parable?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 20:9-18
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What are some ways that you are tempted to act as an owner in your life, rather than recognizing you’re a tenant in the life that God has provided you? * How has God pursued you in the past? What are the ways he drew you to himself? Are there areas in your life where you are ignoring God’s pursuit? * Is your life truly built on Christ? Are there any areas where you are refusing to do this or continuing to experience enmity with God? * What does the Lord want you to practically change as a result of this parable?
Josh Elgard – Luke 19:11-27
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Do you ever find yourself measuring your spiritual health by your religious practices? * Where do you tend to compare yourself to others? * What are some ways that you need to approach God as a needy sinner? Where have you tried to hide yourself rather than drawing toward him? * How does remembering the humble sacrifice of Jesus change your posture toward God? * What does the Lord want you to do as a result of this passage?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 18:9-14
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Do you ever find yourself measuring your spiritual health by your religious practices? * Where do you tend to compare yourself to others? * What are some ways that you need to approach God as a needy sinner? Where have you tried to hide yourself rather than drawing toward him? * How does remembering the humble sacrifice of Jesus change your posture toward God? * What does the Lord want you to do as a result of this passage?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 18:1-8
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How do you respond when your prayers seem to go unanswered? How does this parable challenge you? * Where do you feel the weight of injustice right now either personally or in culture? * How does remembering Christ’s return change your perspective? * What are some ways that you can exercise your faith in Christ’s return through persistent prayer? Where do you need challenge or encouragement? * What would it look like for you to grow in dependent prayer in the coming weeks? * How do you intend, with God’s help, to pursue following Jesus in this way? * How does Christ’s faithfulness on the cross, through apparent silence and injustice, give you confidence to keep praying today?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 16:19–31
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Are there areas of your life where you are ignoring God’s straightforward call to love the “least of these”? What does this reveal about your heart? * How does the depiction of the rich man’s suffering change the way you think about your life today? Does your life reflect the reality that someday it will be too late? * How does this parable affect your desire to share the gospel with the lost? What are some ways you want to practically grow or change as a result? * How does the salvation that’s found in Jesus lead you to worship in light of the warning of this parable?
Kevin Wolfe – Deuteronomy 5:12-15
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How does it make you feel that you are a steward? What are the implications of that? * Is it hard for you to see your time on earth as short? How does the world around us try to forget it? * What thoughts did you have on imagining Heaven? How might growing in your vision of that reality impact your life now? * Are you most wired to accumulate stuff, experiences, or savings? What might pursuing love with your money practically look like? * How can you more fully invite your community in to help you see blind spots in how you steward your money?
Jacob Chacko – Luke 16:1-13
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How does it make you feel that you are a steward? What are the implications of that? * Is it hard for you to see your time on earth as short? How does the world around us try to forget it? * What thoughts did you have on imagining Heaven? How might growing in your vision of that reality impact your life now? * Are you most wired to accumulate stuff, experiences, or savings? What might pursuing love with your money practically look like? * How can you more fully invite your community in to help you see blind spots in how you steward your money?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 15:11-32
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? What does God want you to do in
response?
* In what areas of your life are you tempted to seek recognition or status rather than
trusting that your worth comes from God?
* Do your relationships tend to be transactional or sacrificial? Who in your life might
you be overlooking because they “cannot repay” you, and how could you extend grace
to them?
* How do you need to reorient your priorities in order to keep eternity in view?
* If you were to live this coming week fully according to the values of Jesus’
upside-down kingdom, what would practically change?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 14:7-24
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? What does God want you to do in
response?
* In what areas of your life are you tempted to seek recognition or status rather than
trusting that your worth comes from God?
* Do your relationships tend to be transactional or sacrificial? Who in your life might
you be overlooking because they “cannot repay” you, and how could you extend grace
to them?
* How do you need to reorient your priorities in order to keep eternity in view?
* If you were to live this coming week fully according to the values of Jesus’
upside-down kingdom, what would practically change?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 13:1-9
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? What does God want you to do in response? * How does it make you feel knowing that the actions of the Good Samaritan were not an example to replicate, but instead an argument against self justification? * How is Jesus your Good Samaritan? When are you tempted to believe that you are not as helpless as you truly are? * Who might the Lord have in your path to show compassion to and be available for?
Jacob Chacko – Luke 10:25-37
BulletinDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? What does God want you to do in response? * How does it make you feel knowing that the actions of the Good Samaritan were not an example to replicate, but instead an argument against self justification? * How is Jesus your Good Samaritan? When are you tempted to believe that you are not as helpless as you truly are? * Who might the Lord have in your path to show compassion to and be available for?
Kevin Wolfe – Galatians 6:19-21Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * What comes to mind when you think about stewardship? Do you view stewardship as a pathway to experience God’s grace? * Why is stewarding our finances such an important part of our following Jesus? Why is this often such a difficult topic for us? * What is the right motivation to serve others (inside or outside the church)? * Why should we consider stewarding our bodies as an important aspect of how we worship Jesus? Bulletin
Jordan Price – Psalm 88:1-18Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * What are you most likely to do when you experience suffering? Does it lead you to God or away from Him? * What does this psalm reveal to you about what God thinks of your suffering? * If you are suffering, who do you need to reach out to? Who in your life might need you to be a friend in the midst of their suffering? Bulletin
Andrew Overmiller – Psalm 90:1-7Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * Do you consider the briefness of your life? Do you meditate on God’s eternal nature? * Do you ask the Lord to teach you to live with the knowledge that your days are brief? What changes will happen in your life if you are to live with this mindset? * How can the truth that Jesus is our dwelling place change the way we live out the days we are given? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Psalm 39Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * Are there ways you tend to manage your sin or your suffering rather than bringing it humbly to God? * How would seeing your life as “a few handbreadths” change how you live day by day? * How can the hope of being home with God sustain you in whatever trial you’re facing? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Esther 9:20-10:3Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * When was the last time you slowed down to celebrate what God has done for you? How do regular rhythms of the Christian life help you in this? * What habits do you have that help you remember God’s work in your life? * What are some ways you can grow in this area? * How does your longing for Christ’s return shape the way you live right now? Bulletin
Calder Marriott – Esther 9:1-19Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * How have you seen Jesus meet your needs in seasons of uncertainty? * How is Jesus showing you himself in the season you are in right now? * How does the hope of Jesus’ victory change the way we live day-to-day? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – Psalm 46Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * Where are you tempted to stop crying out to God because the situation feels unchangeable? How have you seen God’s hidden providence in the past? * How does God’s ultimate plan of rescue encourage you to act in faith rather than despair? How does having an “eternal mindset” equip you to face the reality of sin and suffering today? * Is your life marked with joy? What are some ways you can reflect on the gospel on a daily basis to fuel your joy? * How can our church reflect the joy and courage of a people who know God hears, delivers, and transforms? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Esther 8Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * Where are you tempted to stop crying out to God because the situation feels unchangeable? How have you seen God’s hidden providence in the past? * How does God’s ultimate plan of rescue encourage you to act in faith rather than despair? How does having an “eternal mindset” equip you to face the reality of sin and suffering today? * Is your life marked with joy? What are some ways you can reflect on the gospel on a daily basis to fuel your joy? * How can our church reflect the joy and courage of a people who know God hears, delivers, and transforms? Bulletin
Jacob Chacko – Esther 5-7Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * How does God’s quiet work for the good of His people in Esther comfort you? * What are the uncertain aspects of your life where you are prone to anxiety? * How do the whispers of Jesus in Esther grow your perspective on the Gospel? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Esther 4Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to do in response? * Where do you see brokenness in the world or in your own life that you’re tempted to ignore or numb rather than lament? How can gospel lament fuel action rather than paralyze you? * Where has God uniquely placed you right now, in your family, work, neighborhood, or church? How might your current position be a calling, not just a coincidence? * How does remembering the gospel empower you to act courageously? What would gospel courage look like in your life this week? Bulletin
Matt Brown – Acts 12-13Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? What does God want you to * do in response? * How have you wrestled with God’s goodness and mysterious sovereignty in all things? * How might God be calling you to be more involved in sending or supporting new church plants? * How have you faced opposition for being a Christian or processed your disappointments with fellow believers? Bulletin
Greg Yancey – Esther 3Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How have you seen God’s “hidden” work in your life? * When faced with your own coming death, how does the Gospel impact you? * When life is uncertain, what promises of God are you holding on to? * During times or seasons of suffering, are you waiting well? Bulletin Watch the video here: https://vimeo.com/https://vimeo.com/1085483135?share=copy
Aaron LeDuc – Esther 1-2https://vimeo.com/1085461260?share=copyDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Are there areas in your life where you’re tempted to measure success by worldly standards of wealth or beauty? * How do you tend to respond when the right path isn’t obvious? Are you more prone to conform or to despair? * Are there ordinary events in your life that, in hindsight, reveal God’s providential hand? * How does comparing Persia with God’s Kingdom encourage you or challenge you to live differently today? * How does God’s quiet work behind the scenes help you trust Jesus more deeply as your Savior? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – Mark 1:35-39Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What intentional habits of generosity are shaping your life right now? Is your giving regular, thoughtful, and joyful, or more reactive and occasional? * Who in the body of Christ are you called to actively love, even when it’s difficult? * How would your life change if you lived more like someone who is awaiting Christ’s return? What helps you stay rooted in the grace of Christ as you wait? * How has the Lord matured your faith through our study in 1 Corinthians? Where is God inviting you to step more fully into the grace of gospel-shaped community? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 16:1-24Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What intentional habits of generosity are shaping your life right now? Is your giving regular, thoughtful, and joyful, or more reactive and occasional? * Who in the body of Christ are you called to actively love, even when it’s difficult? * How would your life change if you lived more like someone who is awaiting Christ’s return? What helps you stay rooted in the grace of Christ as you wait? * How has the Lord matured your faith through our study in 1 Corinthians? Where is God inviting you to step more fully into the grace of gospel-shaped community? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 15:35-58Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * It’s easy to view sin as outward actions. Why is it important to see it more as a heart posture? * Why is it important to remember that the core of the gospel is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus? * In what ways has the Lord given you the grace to stand in the gospel in the past? * In what areas now do you need to be reminded to stand in the gospel? * Is there anyone in your life who would be blessed by being reminded of the gospel this week? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – 1 Corinthians 15:12-34Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * It’s easy to view sin as outward actions. Why is it important to see it more as a heart posture? * Why is it important to remember that the core of the gospel is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus? * In what ways has the Lord given you the grace to stand in the gospel in the past? * In what areas now do you need to be reminded to stand in the gospel? * Is there anyone in your life who would be blessed by being reminded of the gospel this week? Bulletin
Jacob Chacko – 1 Corinthians 15:1-11Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * It’s easy to view sin as outward actions. Why is it important to see it more as a heart posture? * Why is it important to remember that the core of the gospel is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus? * In what ways has the Lord given you the grace to stand in the gospel in the past? * In what areas now do you need to be reminded to stand in the gospel? * Is there anyone in your life who would be blessed by being reminded of the gospel this week? Bulletin
Nick Cistola – 1 Corinthians 14:26-40Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What does it mean for you to pursue spiritual gifts without focusing on self-expression? * How does the call to communicate the gospel with clarity change the way you think about interactions with others? * Do you think that those who visit our church tend to say something like, “God is truly among you”? * How would MVCC be different if everyone was using their gifts with love, clarity, and spiritual maturity? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 14:1-25Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What does it mean for you to pursue spiritual gifts without focusing on self-expression? * How does the call to communicate the gospel with clarity change the way you think about interactions with others? * Do you think that those who visit our church tend to say something like, “God is truly among you”? * How would MVCC be different if everyone was using their gifts with love, clarity, and spiritual maturity? Bulletin
Andrew Overmiller – 1 Corinthians 13:8-13Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How does the understanding that love never ends, but gifts do, change the way you strive to love others? * How does the truth that God has always known us, yet we only know Him partially, change the way you strive to love God? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 13:1-7Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Are you using your gifts in a way that reflects the heart of Christ’s love? Are there times when you focus more on the outcome than the heart behind it? * How can you guard against using your gifts in a way that looks good outwardly but is empty of true love? Where do you see the temptation to serve for recognition or out of obligation, rather than from a heart changed by Christ’s love? * How often do you find yourself trying to serve or love others out of your own strength rather than relying on Christ’s love? How would your life be different if you more regularly rested in the love that Christ shows through the cross? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 12:12-31Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Do you struggle more to rejoice with those who rejoice or weep with those who weep? How might God be calling you to more fully empathize with others? * Do you ever feel insignificant in the church or are there gifts or roles that you dismiss as unimportant? How does knowing that the Spirit has gifted everyone for specific purposes change that? * Are there areas of ministry that you feel drawn to, but hesitate to pursue? What is holding you back? * What are the specific ways the Lord is calling you to apply this text to your life? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – Ezra 8:21-23Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How would you describe the purpose of fasting? * What are barriers that would keep you from fasting? * Have you ever experienced the blessing of fasting? Share about that experience. Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 12:1-11Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What has your history with spiritual gifts been in the past? What systems or experiences are you tempted to read into this text? * How does the truth that “no one can say ‘Jesus is Lord’ except in the Spirit” shape or change your view of what is truly “spiritual” in the church? * Have you ever overlooked God’s work because it seemed “ordinary”? How might God be using both “natural” and “miraculous” means to work through His people today? * Where have you seen the Spirit empower you for the good of others, even in ways you didn’t expect? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – 1 Corinthians 11:17-34Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What are different temptations we face as a church family that can lead to disunity? * How does the Gospel that we celebrate and participate in through the Lord’s Supper bring about a common unity through our many differences? * How does our unity as a church family put God on display? * Why is it important to examine our hearts when we come to celebrate communion? What does this practically look like? Bulletin
Jacob Chacko – 1 Corinthians 11:2-16Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 10:1-22https://vimeo.com/1048356466?share=copyDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why?brother/sister?
* Does it surprise you to hear of sin described as misdirected desires rather than a failure to live up to a standard? How does this change the way you address sin in your life?
* What are some of the leading ways that you wrestle with temptation in your life? Who else
knows that these are struggles that you have?
* Does it comfort or challenge you (or both) to know that God permits temptation? How has
he been faithful to you in the midst of it?
* What are the ways of escape that God has provided for you in temptation? What has kept
you from trusting and depending on God in the past?
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Kevin Wolfe – 1 Peter 2:1-3Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why?brother/sister?
* Why do you think it is important to look at the “pathways of God’s grace” (or spiritual disciplines) as a means to an end and not an end in themselves? What is the end?
* How have you sought to put this practice of being formed by His Word into your regular
life rhythms?
* What is one way the Lord has spoken to you in His word this past week?
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Calder Marriott – 1 Corinthians 8:1-13Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why?
* Are there any freedoms you hold on to too tightly that might be causes of stumbling for your brother/sister?
* How does knowing who God is affect the way we forsake freedoms for the love of our
brother/sister?
* What might the Spirit of God want us to do in light of 1 Corinthians 8? How should our
lives look different?
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Kevin Wolfe – Isaiah 50:4-11Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How is your heart weary this Christmas season? How does the example of Jesus growing in, being committed to, and giving away the Word of God encourage you to do the same? * What are ways you want to grow this next year in knowing God more through His Word? What are practical ways you can do that? * What does suffering for Christ look like? How does knowing we will ultimately be vindicated through * Christ allow you to be courageous in the face of your suffering? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Isaiah 42:1-4Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Do you tend to tie marriage or singleness into a “sin” category as if there is a right or wrong to either? Where does this belief come from? * How are you loving and supporting friends in different seasons of life then you? * In what ways are you being dependent on Jesus and His Word? Are you complacent in your time with the Lord or are you asking questions and seeking answers? Bulletin
Ashley Denton – 1 Corinthians 7:25-40Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Do you tend to tie marriage or singleness into a “sin” category as if there is a right or wrong to either? Where does this belief come from? * How are you loving and supporting friends in different seasons of life then you? * In what ways are you being dependent on Jesus and His Word? Are you complacent in your time with the Lord or are you asking questions and seeking answers? Bulletin
Jacob Chacko – 1 Corinthians 7:17-24Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * As a follower of Jesus, your gospel has changed everything. How deeply do you feel it? * What are the things that make you prone to not experience God’s change in your life? Are you tempted to view your faith as an ‘add-on’ to the rest of your life? * How do you view your current vocation? In light of your gospel call, how might you view your vocation differently? * What are other circumstances in life that you long to change? How might your new life in Christ help you in them? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 7:1-16Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How are Paul’s descriptions of marriage and singleness different from the church culture you’ve experienced? How about the broader culture around us? * Which of the above gospel attributes (self-giving, content, transformative) are least natural to you? How does this impact your relationships? * What are some practical things the Spirit might be calling you to change as a result of this text? How do you intend to live this out with His help? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – 1 Corinthians 6:12-20Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * According to 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 – what is God’s will for your life? * What are ways that people try to justify their sexual sin? * Why do you think it is important to glorify God with our bodies? * How does knowing that Jesus is loving and willingly paid such a high price for your sin – “you were bought with a price” – draw you to Him when you are struggling with sin? * What are practical ways you can flee sexual sin? How can you include others in that battle? Bulletin
Greg Yancey – 1 Corinthians 6:1-11Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * When was the last time you tried to fight and dispute against another believer? * Has there been a time in your life where you surrendered your rights for the good of another? * What areas of your life have you/are you being deceived? * What are your greatest struggles in your spiritual battle against the world, sin, and Satan? * How has your new identity in Christ changed the way you live? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 5:1-13https://vimeo.com/1021480871?share=copyDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * How does the idea of church discipline challenge or encourage you? What would be the result if the church wasn’t willing to confront sin? * What are some ways we can identify and address sin within our own lives in order to maintain the purity of our hearts? Are there ways the Lord is calling you to address something in your own life? * What steps can you take to foster a community where repentance is encouraged and celebrated in our church? How can your relationships become more transparently accountable while communicating the grace of the gospel? * How does remembering and delighting in the gospel fuel repentance? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 4:1-21Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What are ways that you are personally prone to judgmentalism? How does the gospel challenge your tendencies in this area? * Do you tend to have an overly triumphalist hope or despair in challenging circumstances? * What are the ways these views lose the true hope of our salvation? How do you hope to change your thinking with the help of the Spirit? * What does discipleship practically look like in your life? Is there someone who you strive to imitate as you grow in your pursuit of Jesus? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 3:1-23Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Are you tempted to think that there is a way to “move on” from the gospel? How does it encourage you to grow knowing the good news is applicable to all areas of our lives? * Some tend to exalt teachers in the church, while others undervalue them. Do you think flattery or lack of appreciation is more damaging to the church? To leaders and teachers? Why? * How does knowing that all growth comes from God shape your perspective on your own growth? * How about the growth of a church community as a whole? Bulletin
Kevin WolfeDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Has there been a time in your life that you put your hope in the wrong thing? What impact did that have on you? * What has informed your view of heaven through your life? What aspect of the “Kingdom realized” encouraged you the most through the message? * How does being a Kingdom Citizen whose hope is firmly placed in what is to come impact the way you engage in our world through politics? Bulletin
Jacob ChackoDiscussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * In what ways are your values similar or different to the world’s? How might a long term perspective help us embrace the upside-down values of God’s kingdom? * As a child of God, your identity is secure. How does that reality change the way that you should engage with the world? Generally, are you more likely to do good out of the identity you already have in Christ, or in order to earn your identity? * Was there some aspect of our posture, vote, or scope that stood out to you? How might that practically impact the next few weeks? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Philippians 3:20Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What is your current view of politics in relation to your faith? What are some ways this sermon led to refining or “chiseling away” of unbiblical ideas? * Does it help you or discourage you to hear the biblical purpose of government? * How does thinking about both the character and policies of leaders affect your engagement in the area of politics? * How does a better understanding of God’s Kingdom impact your participation and understanding of American government and politics? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 2:1-16Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What does Paul mean when he says he decided to know “nothing” except Christ crucified? What would it be like for your life to have a similarly singular focus? * What was your life like before the Spirit illuminated you to see the light of the gospel? What means did God use to help you see? * How would your life be different if you daily walked in awareness of and submission to the “mind of Christ”? What some areas in your life that you see the gospel proving itself to be God’s highest wisdom? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Why was the message of the cross foolish to the Jew or the Greek living in Corinth? * Why do you think the message of the cross feels foolish to those in our day who do not believe in Christ? What is the “wisdom of our age” that we may be tempted to listen to, that keeps us from pursuing Christ and telling others about Him? * How does knowing that your salvation in Christ is not due to your own wisdom or actions, cause you to worship God in a greater way? * What is one simple action step you can take this week to put this message into action? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 1:10-17Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Do you think our culture views our church as united or divided? Why does this matter? * Why is it important to define the content of the church’s unity? What does it look like to all agree and for there to be no division in our church? * Which of the factions that Paul addresses would you have been most likely to align with? How has this disposition of yours been a challenge in seeking unity in the body of Christ? * How does the unity of God’s people affect the proclamation of the gospel in the world? * What are tangible ways that you can cultivate greater unity in our church family? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – 1 Corinthians 1:1-9Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What does it mean to be “sanctified” or “called” according to this text? Is it something that is past or future? Why is that important? * How would you describe your identity to someone you just met? How do Paul’s introductory remarks to the church affect your view of yourself? * What are some ways you need the grace and peace of Jesus in your life? How do you anticipate 1 Corinthians will minister to you in this regard? * What are some ways that God is calling you to more fully live into your calling as a saint? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – Romans 12:1-2Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What are the areas from this text that you need to put off or put on by the grace of God? How do you need God’s help? Where do you need accountability or input from others? * What are the dangers of Gospel Doctrine without Gospel Culture? Have you seen this played out in your life? What was the result? * Why do you think that Gospel Culture can speak louder than Gospel Doctrine? What happens if Gospel Doctrine isn’t present in this dynamic? * What are some truths of the gospel that you most needed to hear and believe this week? * What are some ways that the Lord is calling you to contribute to a healthier gospel culture at MVCC? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Colossians 3:1-17Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What are the areas from this text that you need to put off or put on by the grace of God? How do you need God’s help? Where do you need accountability or input from others? * What are the dangers of Gospel Doctrine without Gospel Culture? Have you seen this played out in your life? What was the result? * Why do you think that Gospel Culture can speak louder than Gospel Doctrine? What happens if Gospel Doctrine isn’t present in this dynamic? * What are some truths of the gospel that you most needed to hear and believe this week? * What are some ways that the Lord is calling you to contribute to a healthier gospel culture at MVCC? Bulletin
Micah Wendt – 1 Thessalonians 2:8 Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * You belong with God and you belong with His people. Which did you need to hear this week? * Who do you imitate (good or bad) and what have you learned from them? * What is more likely to stop you from sharing the gospel and sharing your life; secrets or confusion? * In light of today’s message, what are you praying for and what is the Spirit telling you to do? Bulletin
Nick Cistola – Amos 9Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * In what ways has the history of the Old Testament encouraged your heart through our study of Amos? * How do you explain the judgment of God to a nonbeliever? * In what ways do you believe that the God in the Old Testament is different from the God we serve today? What caused you to view things this way? In what ways do you see Him as the same God in both the Old and New Testaments? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Amos 8:4-18Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * In what ways is our culture deprived of God’s Word? Are there ways that you tend to align yourself with the world? How do you need to grow in your knowledge and love of the Word? * Are there ways that you tend to neglect God’s ethical commands? How does the Word speak into these temptations? What do you need to confess and change in your life as a result of this sermon? * How does Christ’s redemption give you hope and help in a world that neglects the Word? Where is God calling you to be a proclaimer of His Word? Bulletin
Jacob Chacko – Amos 7:1-8:3Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Are you tempted to see the judgment of God as too severe? How does the plumb line help orient us? * Read Exodus 34:6-7. How does God himself balance his judgment and kindness? Why is it important for us to see that he leads with his kindness? * In holding both God’s judgment and kindness together, which one are you more likely to overemphasize? * How does rightly holding these realities impact your individual worship of God, your LifeGroup/D-group relationships, and your mission to our city? Bulletin
Kevin Wolfe – Amos 6Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Where are you tempted to be complacent in your walk with Christ? What are practical ways to fight against complacency in your own life? * Why do you think there are so many warnings in scripture about the “love of money”? How are you tempted to find security and satisfaction in what money provides? * What are practical ways to walk in humility and be dependent on Christ? What are things God is doing in your life to bring about a greater desire for Him? * The following video is about the persecuted church. How does this interview fuel your faith for Jesus and create a greater desire to live for Him? Link: https://tinyurl.com/mvccsermon Bulletin
Andrew Overmiller – Amos 5:18-20Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Are there ways that you are lamenting the sinful nature of this world? How does God’s lament * over sin and death bring you consolation? * What are some correlations you see between seeking God and seeking to do good? Why does this * connection matter? * What idols in your own life need to be forsaken in favor of seeking God? Is it easy for you to love * what God loves and hate what He hates? * How does the exaltation of Christ’s name through the cross encourage you? How might the Spirit * be calling you to respond to the gospel in practical ways based on this sermon? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Amos 5:1-17Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Amos 5:1-17Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Are there ways that you are lamenting the sinful nature of this world? How does God’s lament over sin and death bring you consolation? * What are some correlations you see between seeking God and seeking to do good? Why does this connection matter? * What idols in your own life need to be forsaken in favor of seeking God? Is it easy for you to love what God loves and hate what He hates? * How does the exaltation of Christ’s name through the cross encourage you? How might the Spirit be calling you to respond to the gospel in practical ways based on this sermon? Bulletin
Aaron LeDuc – Amos 4:6-13Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What are some ways you have faced affliction in your life? What has this taught you and how has it affected your relationship with God? * How do you deal with the tension of the sovereignty of God and the destructive nature of a sinful world? How does the hope of the gospel bring security and peace? * Are there ways you have been distancing yourself from God? What effect has this had on your life? * How does the arrival of Christ provide you with comfort and hope? How does the promise of His return fuel your pursuit of holiness and good works? Bulletin
Matt Moorehead – Matthew 5:1-12Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * Why is it important to distinguish between positional and progressive holiness? * In the pursuit of purity what are some areas of life we are tempted to exclude from * consideration? * Jesus tells us “Seeing God” is the motivation for purity. Is seeing God desirable to you? If not, why not? If so, why? * Read 1 John 2:28-3:3 – How do these verses create anticipation that should lead to sanctification? Bulletin
Jacob Chacko – Amos 4:1-5Discussion & Reflection Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why?
* How does knowing this world was made to be just impact your view of the world?
* How does it make you feel that Jesus perfectly fulfilled the law on behalf of those who are in
Christ?
* What are the ways that you’ve seen the Great Commandments in Matthew 22 connect to each
other? Why is loving our neighbor and loving God so closely related?
* What might it look like for you to ‘wear’ justice like Job and look diligently at the world around
you?
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Aaron LeDuc – Amos 1-2Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out most to you from this sermon? Why? * What is your impression so far of the book of Amos? How do you think God might use our study through it in your life? * How does it strike you that God’s judgment is comprehensive? How does the gospel speak to this and how should you respond? * What are some ways that your own life is reflected and confronted by these chapters? Are there ways that you have transgressed the Lord that you need to address? * How does your nearness to God through Christ encourage you in light of the message of Amos? * What areas of greater responsibility is God calling you to in light of your salvation?
Kevin Wolfe – John 21:15-25Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out most to you from the passage? * How would you define shame? What is your natural tendency when you feel shame? * How did Jesus respond to Peter’s sin? (What did Jesus do and what did Jesus not do?) * What can you learn from this interaction the next time you feel shame? How can you respond to Jesus? * What do you see as the difference between worldly sorrow and Godly sorrow? What does Godly sorrow lead us to? (read 2 Corinthians 7:10) * How would you hope this passage would transform you and cause you to live differently? * How has the Gospel of John given you a greater love for Jesus?
Aaron LeDuc – John 21:1-14Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out most to you from the passage? * How has the resurrection of Jesus impacted the way you view the “ordinary” things of your life like your job, your money, your daily life? * What are some ways that you have experienced failure? How has God used it to challenge, change, or grow you? * How does it encourage you to know that Christ, though He’s not present with us in the body, is still faithfully providing? * How does the good news of Christ’s provision on the cross give you hope, comfort, or help in the everyday aspects of your life?
Jacob Chacko – Luke 12:13-34
Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you from the passage? * In what ways are you prone to desire money more than you were meant to? * Are you more tempted to believe that money can buy your stability or money can buy your beauty? * Have you had a scarcity mindset? One that uses money to ‘fill up’ what God didn’t give you enough of? * How do you feel in remembering God’s abundance to you (Luke 12:32)? * Are there ways that you are currently intentional with your money? In what ways could you grow your intentionality? * Of the three intentionality principles listed, what seems to be the least natural for you? How can you share that with God and with your community this week?
Kevin Wolfe – Ephesians 5:15-16Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* How does Gal. 2:20, 1 Cor. 6:20, and Psalm 24:1 lay a foundation for what stewardship is? How can the mindset of stewardship impact the way you live each day? * What are ways you can steward your time more wisely? * Read 1 Peter 4:10-11. What are ways you can use your gifts to serve others? If you don’t know what your spiritual gifts are, ask others what gifts they see in you.
Aaron LeDuc – John 20:19-31Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * What does it mean for you personally that Jesus has sent you? Who has he called you to pursue by proclaiming the hope of the ressurrection? * What are ways you have wrestled with doubt in the past? Are there ways you are currently in the battle? How could other believers encourage or challenge you in this season? * What are some ways that you need to recognize and submit to Jesus as “Lord and God” today? How are you asking him to help you change in joyful obedience to him?
Aaron LeDuc – John 20:1-18Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What difference does the resurrection make in my life today?
Aaron LeDuc – John 18:28-40Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * Are you more prone to reject God through moralistic achievement or through a relativizing dismissal of His authority? How does the gospel challenge you to respond? * What was your life like before Christ stood in your place? How can you worship him as a result of the free gift of salvation? * How does a deepening understanding of the gospel lead to a greater desire to live a life in obedience to God’s commands? * How do you specifically desire to live differently in light of your redemption? What are some ways that other believers can help you pursue this?
Greg Yancey – John 18:12-27Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* When was the last time you were unfaithful to or were ashamed of Christ? * Have you experienced Jesus’s faithfulness in life even when you were unfaithful? * In the midst of struggling with your shame and regret, how has Jesus captured your heart with the glory of the Gospel? * What contrasts do you see in the betrayals of Jesus by Peter and Judas?
Kevin Wolfe – John 18:1-11Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most through John’s account of the betrayal and arrest of Jesus? * How does what John included or did not include in his account (compared to the other Gospels) help us to better understand the main point of this text? * How are you encouraged and emboldened by Jesus’ response to His betrayal and arrest to better understand God’s ultimate plan of salvation for the world? * Through witnessing the way Jesus was sovereign over this event, how does it help you to trust Him through life’s painful moments? * What is one thing you want to take away from this passage?
Tom Harcus – John 17:20-26Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * What is one point that intersects with your life? * What is ONE action step you can prayerfully take? * How important will “community” be in applying this?
Aaron LeDuc – John 17:6-19Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * How does remembering your identity in Jesus help you? * Are there ways you are living as one who is “of” the world? How is Jesus calling you to be set apart for Him in this regard? * Are there specific ways you need protection from the evil one or from the fallenness of the world? * How does the work of Jesus empower you to live in the way He has called you to live? * Are there specific things the Spirit is challenging you to change or believe?
Kevin Wolfe – John 17:1-5Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * What did you learn about Jesus and His relationship with the Father through these opening verses of the prayer of Jesus? What is the focus of the prayer? * What does it mean to live for the glory of God? How would this focus change the way you pray? * Take a few situations in your life and ask “how can I glorify God in this situation?” How does this change your perspective about the situation? * What are practical steps you can take to know God more and more in this next week?
Aaron LeDuc – John 16:16-33Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * How does the resurrection recontextualize sorrow in your life? Has it been your experience that “no one can take your joy from you”? Why or why not? * Does Jesus’ resurrection make sense to you? How does his resurrection explain the nature of humanity and redemption? * In what areas of your life are you prone to fear? How does the command to “take heart” strike you? * What does it practically mean for you that Jesus has “overcome the world”?
Kevin Wolfe – John 15:18-16:4Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * What did Jesus mean when He said in vs. 7 “it is to your advantage that I go away”? * When you are feeling overwhelmed or anxious, how quickly do you turn to the Holy Spirit in your life? What barriers that keep you from seeking your Helper in these moments? * What does it practically mean to “walk by the Spirit” (Gal. 5:16)? How would your life be difgferent if you were moment by moment walking in the Spirit? * Knowing that the Spirit must convict people of their sin, self righteousness, and coming judgement, how does this lead you to more passionately pray for people who do not yet know Jesus? How does this knowledge lead you into what to pray?
Kevin Wolfe – John 15:18-16:4Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * Why do you think Jesus gives this warning to His followers? How does expecting opposition help us to stand strong in a world that is in opposition to Jesus? * What are specific areas in your life that you feel the temptation to compromise in to avoid opposition from others? * Why is the Holy Spirit such a gift to us when facing opposition? What does it look like to walk in the Spirit as you face persecution from others?
Aaron LeDuc – John 15:12-17Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * Are you experiencing full joy? What’s hindering you from that experience and what is the Lord teaching you? * How does knowing that you are a friend of Jesus change the way you might face challenging situations in your life? * What are the ways that Jesus is calling you to “go and bear fruit”? What does it look like for you to practically obey him in this regard?
Aaron LeDuc – John 15:1-11Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why? * How would you assess your life in terms of abiding in the Word of Christ and in the Love of Christ? How might He want you to respond to this assessment? * What has the fruit of abiding in Christ been in your life? How does this encourage or challenge you? * Is your life marked by abundant joy? Why or why not?
Aaron LeDuc – 2 Samuel 11-12Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How does Bathsheba’s story strike you? What was challenging or interesting to you? * How have you experienced God’s loving faithfulness to keep His promises in your life? What ways do you need to trust in His love for you today? * Why is the undeserved nature of God’s love for us so important? How does that make you want to respond to God? * How does the fulfilled promise of “God With Us” lead you to worship God during this Advent season?
Nick Cistola – Joshua 2Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Where have you underestimated the grace and patience of God in your life? What does seeing God’s grace and patience correctly change in your life? * What about Rahab’s faith do you resonate with and what areas do you struggle with? * How does vertical peace with God affect the way we understand and approach horizontal peace with others? * How does the incarnation bring you tangible peace today? How do you want the peace you have in Christ to change the way you engage with others during this season?
Aaron LeDuc – Genesis 34:12-30Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Does the way you live your life reflect what you claim to have your hope in? Why or why not? * How does it change the way you think about your life, your sin, or your suffering to know that * God can use these things for his good purposes? * What parts of your journey in following Christ have been difficult for you? How have these experiences formed you? * How does the incarnation bring you tangible hope today? How do you want the hope you have in Christ to change the way you engage with others during this season?
Kevin Wolfe – John 14:4-14https://vimeo.com/883764524?share=copyBulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Why does Jesus’s claim as the exclusive WAY to God stand in contrast to our pluralistic world? * Why can Jesus not just be one of many ways to God but the only way? * How would you describe the trinity? While it is difficult to understand the trinity, why must we seek to understand the trinity to properly relate to God? * What keeps you from boldly asking God for anything? What does it mean to pray in the name of Jesus? How does this direct our prayers? * Who has God placed in your life that needs to hear that Jesus is the way, the truth and the life? * How can you be faithful this week to hold out the hope and truth of Christ to those people?
Aaron LeDuc – Colossians 3:1-4Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Does it surprise you to think that God’s plan of redemption is one that necessarily involves technological advancement? * Would you say that your current relationship with technology is healthy or not? Why? * What are some ways that you’ve seen your view of yourself, relationships, the world, or God changed as a result of technology? * How is the Spirit leading you to change? What habits do you want to develop as a result of this sermon? What practical steps will you take?
Jacob Chacko – Matthew 22:15-22Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * In what ways is the advancement of Jesus’s kingdom both political and not political? * Are you more prone to fall into tribalism or escapism? How has this looked in your life? * How might living as exiles, not fully at home in a political party, help you engage faithfully? * What are ways that you can use your power for the flourishing of those around you?
Aaron LeDucBulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What are some places you can see the empty promise of individualism in our culture? How has your worldview been formed by this idea? * Are you tempted to buy into the idea that you can find your identity, fulfillment, or solutions from within yourself? Have you believed this in the past? What was the result of that belief? * What are some practical ways that you need to walk in your identity as a new creation in Christ? * How might you communicate this challenge to those who don’t believe the gospel? How can your experience bring hope to others?
Andrew Overmiller – John 14:1-3Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How do Jesus’ words – do not be troubled – meet you today? * How do the promises of Jesus encourage you in the midst of your current season of life? * In what ways have you neglected to believe these promises? What ways have you trusted in other things over God?
Aaron LeDuc – John 13:36-38Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How does Peter’s story either warn or encourage you in light of the ways you’ve seen pride manifested in your own life? * What are some ways that the trajectory of your life is like Peter’s? What might be the implications of continuing down that path? * What does it mean that Jesus will not lose one of his own? How should we live in light of this promise? * What are some ways you need to turn and repent of your sin in your life? What promises of God can you cling to as you honor Jesus in this way?
Aaron LeDuc – John 13:31-35Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Spend some time reflecting on the depth of Christ’s love for you. What particularly has He done to show you His love and what does reflecting on this do in your heart? * Do you think the world views the church as a loving community? Do you think the city of Fort Collins views Mountain View as a loving community? What are the challenges here? * Is there anyone in the body of Christ that you find difficult to have love for? Why? What are some tangible ways you can move towards obeying Jesus in regard to these people in particular? * How does the gospel empower you to live like this? What is the Holy Spirit prompting you to do in light of this text?
Aaron LeDuc – John 13:18-30Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How do you respond to Jesus’ declaration, “I know whom I have chosen” regarding Judas? Does it comfort you? Surprise you? Frustrate you? Why? * Are there ways that you need greater trust in God’s sovereign plan? Where can you find this greater confidence? * How does the characterization of sin as betrayal against God strike you? Are there ways that rings true in your own life? * What are ways that you’ve been unwilling to let Christ be Lord of your life? How does his offer of love and friendship melt your heart? What are you going to do? * How does Christ’s offer of love despite our sin lead you to worship?
Kevin Wolfe – John 13:1-17Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What are the characteristics of a good leader in our society? How is the emphasis that Jesus put on humble servant leadership such a stark contrast to what is often seen in our world today? * What are practical ways you can serve others in your life? (family members, co-workers, neighbors) * How are you blessed (vs. 17) when you serve others? * Where does the power to serve others come from? Why is this so important?
Jacob Chacko – John 12:37-50Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What are God-centered and man-centered reasons for unbelief seen in this passage? * How does the complexity of unbelief help us to see ourselves and God better? * In what ways are you prone to have your loves disordered?
Aaron LeDuc – John 12:27-36Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What would your life look like if you demonstrated complete commitment to the glory of God as Jesus did? Would anything be different? * What does Christ’s victory over the “ruler of this world” mean for you? How does the reality of Jesus’ victory impact your efforts at walking in the light? * Does it seem strange to you that Christ’s exaltation is through his death? Why? * What practical ways is God calling you to change or think differently as a result of His word?
Aaron LeDuc – John 12:12-26Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How does the hope of Christ’s unstoppable kingdom encourage you today? How does it * motivate you? * What are ways that you have failed to trust God’s free grace? Are there ways that you’ve been skeptical of God’s ability to save certain people? * What does it mean to “hate your life in this world”? What does it practically look like for you to give your life away for the glory of God’s kingdom?
Aaron LeDuc – John 8:1-11Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How does this freedom from condemnation play out in your life? Are you tempted towards either the error of giving license to your sin or the temptation to try to earn what you’ve already been given? * What are ways that you need comfort from Christ through the gospel? * What are the ways that the gospel motivates you to “go and sin no more”? * Are there any specific things that the Lord is calling you to change or do as a result of what you learned today?
Aaron LeDuc – John 7:37-52Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How is it possible for someone to know a lot of information about the Scripture and still not understand it? * What are the ways that self-righteousness deceives you? Why is this so dangerous? * How have you seen Christ’s offer of eternal life affect your day to day life? * How is God calling you to live or think differently as a result of this passage? Is there anything you need to confess or repent of?
Aaron LeDuc – John 7:25-36Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Do you have expectations of Jesus that are grounded in your own desires of what he should be rather than who he actually is? * Are there ways you have allowed fear, anxiety, or comfort to overtake the reality of the gospel? How might you live differently if you were more fully submitted to the reality of Christ’s resurrection? * Who do you know that needs to hear the work that God has done in your life? What’s your plan to share this good news? * How is God calling you to live or think differently as a result of this passage?
Clark Richardson – John 7:1-24Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What specific action steps do you need to take as a result of today’s message? * What does the call to make disciples look like in your life? How can you be more intentional where you live/work/play to fulfill the Great Commission? * What promises did Jesus make to us when He commissioned us to make disciples that make disciples? Why is this so encouraging? * How can you be part of church planting at MVCC in the future? How can you stay connected to the team we are sending out to Denver to plant Skyline Church through prayer?
Kevil Wolfe – Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 14:19-28Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What specific action steps do you need to take as a result of today’s message? * What does the call to make disciples look like in your life? How can you be more intentional where you live/work/play to fulfill the Great Commission? * What promises did Jesus make to us when He commissioned us to make disciples that make disciples? Why is this so encouraging? * How can you be part of church planting at MVCC in the future? How can you stay connected to the team we are sending out to Denver to plant Skyline Church through prayer?
Aaron LeDuc – Mark 10:42-45Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What specific action steps do you need to take as a result of today’s message? * How has your experience of community in the past shaped you for better or worse? * How are you asking God to help you grow? * How does a faith in the resurrection fuel your ability to pour out your life for the good of others?
Aaron LeDuc – Matthew 6:19-24Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What are some ways that you are tempted to lay up for yourself treasure on earth? * What effects has this had on the way you live your life? * What specific and tangible ways is the Lord calling you to prioritize laying up for yourself treasure in heaven? * What are your convictions regarding financial giving to the local church? To other ministries? Are there ways God is calling you to grow in this area? * What are your convictions regarding service to others? How are you practically giving your time for the good of others?
Kevin Wolfe – Mark 8:27-38Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* How is the Lord urging you to respond today?
Kevin Wolfe – John 11:1-44Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* How is the Lord urging you to respond today?
Aaron LeDuc – Luke 19:36-48Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How have you felt the compassion of Christ in your own life, especially in the midst of your sin? Are there ways that you need to display this compassion to others? * How do the exclusive claims of Christ (Matt. 11:27, John 14:6 for example) strike you? What are the ways that you are tempted to share his place as your first love with other people or priorities? * What are some practical ways you can prepare your heart to celebrate the resurrection next weekend?
Adam Bailey – John 6:60-71Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What are some of Jesus’s words, or the Bible’s words in general, that have challenged you recently? * How have you experienced God’s Spirit moving toward you and bringing clarity (as Jesus does) in your confusion or offense? * Who are the people God is leading you to ask Him to draw into eternal life? * What are some of the other things you’ve been tempted to go to for life, rather than Jesus and his words?
Micah Wendt – John 6:41-59Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What do you think is the main message Jesus is sharing in vs 25-59? Why is it so difficult for the crowd to hear and believe? * The Jews grumble and dispute and ultimately walk away because Jesus isn’t who they think He should be: a political savior who will make their life easier. Are there areas in your life where you’re in danger of being angry at Jesus or in danger of missing Him completely because you’re focused on things Jesus doesn’t promise you? * How can all the promises of Jesus in this passage encourage you, change you, and satisfy you?
Clark Richardson – John 6:22-40Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Can you think of ways that you may be tempted to “mold” Jesus into what you want him to be? * What does the eternal guarantee of your salvation mean to you? How does it make you want to live TODAY? * What is most wonderful and amazing to you about Jesus in this interaction with the crowds? * How do these things stir your heart to love him, worship him, and live on his terms?
Clark Richardson – John 6:1-21Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What “impossibilities” are you facing and how can you look more to Jesus in them? * What is most wonderful and amazing to you about Jesus in these two scenes? How do these things stir your heart to love and worship him? * What are some ways you might be tempted to lean on human solutions in your life? * Have you truly trusted Jesus for your greatest impossibility? In what ways have you maybe just tried to “add” Jesus to your life rather than having him take OVER altogether?
Aaron LeDuc – John 5:30-47Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What do you think of the idea that “evidence bolsters faith”? * What evidence did you encounter that bolstered your faith in Christ? What are some ways that God is currently leading you graciously into greater trust? * What consequences will we face if we deny or miss the truth that Jesus is God? How does this impact the way you live your life and seek to love others? * Are there ways that the Lord is calling you to live differently as a result of the message of this passage?
Kevin Wolfe – John 5:16-29Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Why are the claims that Jesus made about Himself so important when we are determining who Jesus truly is? * What does it look like when people (including believers) are not living under the authority of Jesus? * What does it look like to practically enthrone Jesus as the authority over all areas of our life? How will this be seen in our actions? Our conversations? The way we look at cultural issues?
Jacob Chacko – John 5:1-15Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How does it make you feel that Jesus knows everything about trials that you go through? * In what ways have you seen God move toward you in the past? * Are there ways that you want God to partner with you in your solution, instead of trusting Him to work His way?
Aaron LeDuc – Genesis 1:26-27Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What are the ways that you tend to elevate yourself above God? What impacts has this had on your life? * What are ways you desire to grow in compassion and care for image bearers who struggle with their identity in regards to gender or sexuality? How can we grow as a church? * How does the gospel level the field for all image bearers before a Holy God? How, then, should we love others? * In what ways does Christ’s example of humility encourage and challenge you?
Aaron LeDuc – Genesis 1:26-27Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How does it make you feel to know that you, as a human being, are more like God than any other creature? How does that knowledge make you want to act? * Are there ways that God is calling you to step into the light of the gospel personally? * Are there ways He’s calling you to bring that light to the darkness in the world around you?
Aaron LeDuc – Genesis 1:26-27Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * How does it make you feel to know that you, as a human being, are more like God than any other creature? How does that knowledge make you want to act? * Are there ways that God is calling you to step into the light of the gospel personally? * Are there ways He’s calling you to bring that light to the darkness in the world around you?
Micah Wendt – John 4:43-54Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * Do you have desperate prayers to bring to Jesus? * What are ways we can miss who Jesus is just like His hometown missed Him? * Are there particular promises of Jesus that you struggle to believe or act on? * What is true about Jesus and His promises to us even when He doesn’t answer our prayers the way we want Him to? * Who are the people in your life you can encourage to bring their desperation to Jesus?
Kevin Wolfe – John 4:27-42Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What are the greatest obstacles in your life that keep you from being about the Father’s work? * What do you see in this passage that would allow you to overcome those obstacles? * Do you sense an urgency to share the Gospel with people in your life? How might a sense of urgency change your interactions with those you live, work, and play with? * What is one step of faith you can take this week to align your heart with the Father’s will?
Kevin Wolfe – Joshua 4:1-8, Psalm 77:11-15, Philippians 3:12-16Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * As you look back on this past year, what are ways you have seen God’s faithfulness in your life? * What are ways you have seen God through hardships and trials? * As you look ahead to this upcoming year, how do you desire to press forward in faith? How can you set out each day to know Him more and more? What are ways you would like to step out in faith asking the Lord to use you in the lives of others? * Why is it important to share these responses with others? What proactive step can you take this week to share these responses with others?
Adam Bailey – Exodus 31:12-17, Hebrews 4:8-11, Mark 2:23-3:6Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What was the purpose behind the feasts and sacrifices in the Old Testament? How did many of the Israelites miss the substance by focusing on the shadows? * What are ways you miss the true substance of Christ in the “Christian” activities you do? * How can we miss the substance behind Christmas? How can we use the Christmas season as a shadow that ultimately points us to Christ as the One we truly delight in? * What are practical ways you can delight in Christ over this next few weeks?
Kevin Wolfe – Colossians 2:16-17Bulletin NotesDiscussion Questions* What stood out to you most from the message? Why? * What was the purpose behind the feasts and sacrifices in the Old Testament? How did many of the Israelites miss the substance by focusing on the shadows? * What are ways you miss the true substance of Christ in the “Christian” activities you do? * How can we miss the substance behind Christmas? How can we use the Christmas season as a shadow that ultimately points us to Christ as the One we truly delight in? * What are practical ways you can delight in Christ over this next few weeks?