Power & Poetry
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 stood out to you about this week’s teaching?
What stood out to you about this week's teaching?
Why do we, as Billy Collins wrote try to “torture” a confession out of poetry?
How do we do the same to Jesus when he uses poetry?
How do you find yourself trying to be the “author” of your own story?
What was you last, “who do you think you are?” moment?
What spaces do you have in your life to submit to others?
How does that go for you?
What does it mean for the church that God’s marvelous work takes the rejected stone (eben) and makes it the showpiece of his glory?