Wk 3 // March 11 & 12
Wk 3 // The Essentials
March 11 & 12, 2023
Small Group Study
SERMON RECAP
Spend a few minutes recapping this week's sermon together.
Tap here to view the sermon notes.
INTRODUCTION
Seeing is believing, right? Wrong! God introduces us to Himself almost exclusively by faith, not sight. This puts faith high up on our priority and goals lists. It is something we spend a lifetime striving to grasp and obtain.
STUDY [tap on scripture to read]
HAVE A VOLUNTEER READ MATTHEW 9:27-33
Why do you think Jesus asked some people if they believed and not others?
What is the most amazing thing God has done in your life?
Jesus had a way of cutting directly to the heart of everyone He came in contact with. What people wanted, what they needed and what they didn’t realize they needed… all was laid bare in front of Jesus. Then our loving and grace-filled Savior was able to challenge, correct and transform people from the inside out.
HAVE A VOLUNTEER READ HEBREWS 11:1-3
How would you define faith to someone who was completely unfamiliar with Scripture?
Since you began following Jesus, what is a time you had difficulty maintaining a strong faith?
Without faith it is impossible to please God. But, to go even further, without faith it is impossible to know, interact or even begin any kind of relationship with our Creator. Faith is a big deal! As we walk with Him, we learn to trust Him more. Our trust very quickly morphs into a reliable steadfast faith to last a lifetime.
APPLICATION
What is something you have tried that has strengthened your faith?
How can your small group members help you or hold you accountable in your faith this week?
PRAYER
Pray that God would give you opportunities to grow in faith this week as you learn to better trust and walk with Him.
March 11 & 12, 2023
Small Group Study
SERMON RECAP
Spend a few minutes recapping this week's sermon together.
Tap here to view the sermon notes.
- What was one takeaway from this week's sermon for you?
- Were there any stories, ideas, or points that stuck out?
- Was there anything that challenged you?
INTRODUCTION
- In fictitious movies or literature, what is the most amazing act of faith a character performed?
- What was something amazing you learned as a kid that you had a hard time believing?
Seeing is believing, right? Wrong! God introduces us to Himself almost exclusively by faith, not sight. This puts faith high up on our priority and goals lists. It is something we spend a lifetime striving to grasp and obtain.
STUDY [tap on scripture to read]
HAVE A VOLUNTEER READ MATTHEW 9:27-33
Why do you think Jesus asked some people if they believed and not others?
What is the most amazing thing God has done in your life?
Jesus had a way of cutting directly to the heart of everyone He came in contact with. What people wanted, what they needed and what they didn’t realize they needed… all was laid bare in front of Jesus. Then our loving and grace-filled Savior was able to challenge, correct and transform people from the inside out.
HAVE A VOLUNTEER READ HEBREWS 11:1-3
How would you define faith to someone who was completely unfamiliar with Scripture?
Since you began following Jesus, what is a time you had difficulty maintaining a strong faith?
Without faith it is impossible to please God. But, to go even further, without faith it is impossible to know, interact or even begin any kind of relationship with our Creator. Faith is a big deal! As we walk with Him, we learn to trust Him more. Our trust very quickly morphs into a reliable steadfast faith to last a lifetime.
APPLICATION
What is something you have tried that has strengthened your faith?
How can your small group members help you or hold you accountable in your faith this week?
PRAYER
Pray that God would give you opportunities to grow in faith this week as you learn to better trust and walk with Him.
