The greatest in the Kingdom of heaven is the one who humbles himself and becomes like this child. Matthew 18:1-5 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of Jesus’ illustration of greatness in Matthew 18:1-5. What does greatness mean to you? Are you pursuing...
Niro Feliciano, a licensed social worker, offered in a post for Psychology Today three ways to want what you've got. But why only three? Are three ways really enough? Dr. Timothy Carey, a researcher, and professor of Clinical Psychology at Curtin University, also...
Is it easier to say, Your sins are forgiven you, or to say, Get up and walk? I will prove to you, then, that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins. Luke 5:17-26 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of Jesus forgiving sin and healing a crippled man...
There are days when I'm ready to give up on our community. Even though I'm convinced, our community is filled with people wanting better circumstances and more than a few working very hard for change, there seem to be too many obstacles standing in the way. But our...
Jesus said to them, “Come with me, and I will teach you to catch people.” At once they left their nets and went with him. Matthew 4:19-20 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of how Jesus choosing four of His disciples in Matthew 4:19-20. Can you imagine yourself...
"You're not thinking clearly!" "You're being irrational!" "You need to stop being so emotional!" We might hear these expressions from friends or family who disagree with a decision we're making that doesn't make sense to them. The question is, do we listen to them and...
Jesus answered, “Go back and tell John what you are hearing and seeing…” Matthew 11:2-6 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of how Jesus answered John’s questions in Matthew 11:2-6. If you want to learn more about John the Baptist do a Google search or keyword...
Are you a patient person? Or do you start to fidget when you're waiting, desperately trying to expel nervous energy? Some of us pace when anxious or just move our legs in place. Others simply can't wait and go about doing instead of waiting for someone else to do what...
Everyone else serves the best wine first, and after the guests have drunk a lot, he serves the ordinary wine. But you have kept the best wine until now! John 2:1-11 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of Jesus turning water into wine in John 2:1-11. As you read...
Water is a necessity. Too little water, and we die. Too much water and we also die. And water, for most of us, is so basic that it’s, well, basic. So we add lemon to water. We chill, heat, and add tea leaves or coffee beans to change its flavor and composition. Water...