Plot Your Life With Jesus
Group Discussion Guide
Each Sunday we come together we offer an open invitation into the way of Jesus. An invitation to enter into sacred rhythms - to draw near to God through singing, giving, learning, and praying.
As a community who desires renewal in Des Moines as it is in Heaven, we recognize that we cannot offer what we ourselves do not have. We cannot lead where we ourselves have not been led; in turn, these questions aim at reflection. Reflecting on God’s word and making space for his leadership.
After watching or listening consider the following discussion questions as a large group or in groups of three to four:
What struck you from this week’s teaching?
Consider taking time to pray for our governmental leaders. Pray for wisdom and care.
Why doesn’t Jesus lash out at the Scribes?
What’s significant about Jesus’ posture toward his enemies? Can we apply that in this season?
Take time, if you’d feel it appropriate, and confess your sins to God and one another. Jesus says that all sins will be forgiven. This is a moment to give thanks for his grace.
Perhaps go through your confession and assurance once more together.
Where are you in this season? Plot yourself in this scene (3:31-35). Name where you are and ask God for help to draw near.
What was difficult about drawing nearer to Jesus this week?