The visitors returned by another road after God warned them in a dream not to return to Herod. After the visitors depart, Joseph is warned in a dream to flee the country. Matthew 2:1-23 Questions for Life Groups Read Matthew 2:1-23. Are you familiar with this story?...
But why did you need to search?” asked Jesus. “Didn’t you realize that I would be in my Father’s House?” But His parents didn’t understand. Luke 2:41-52 Questions for Life Groups Read Luke 2:41-52. As you read this story, what strikes you as unusual? What parts can...
We finish our current worship series, Connected, on Sunday, December 29. As our companion book, we used a daily devotional, Daring to Connect, written by Pastor Dawn Darwin Weaks. We kick off 2025 with a new book by Dr. Leonid Alt, a board-certified psychiatrist and...
The Word was in the world, and though God made the world through Him, yet the world did not recognize Him. John 1:9-13 Questions for Life Groups Read John 1:9-13. In what ways is Christ a light for you? Why, do you suppose, Jesus was not recognized? What is different...
How happy you are to believe that the Lord's message to you will come true! Luke 1:39-45 Questions for Life Groups Read Luke 1:39-45. Can you place yourself in this scene? Do you identify more with Mary or Elizabeth? What emotions do you feel? Read this week’s article...
God is merciful and tender and will cause the bright dawn of salvation to rise and shine on all who live in the dark shadow of death, guiding our steps into the path of peace. Luke 1:68-79 Questions for Life Groups Read Luke 1:5-25 as background, and then read Luke...
Here is my servant…He will not lose hope or courage. He will establish justice on the earth. Isaiah 42:1:9 Questions for Life Groups Read Isaiah 42:1:9. What images come to mind as you read this text? Read this week’s article titled Promises. With whom are you...
"Well done!" said his master. "Come on in and share my happiness!" Matthew 25:14-30 Questions for Life Groups Read Matthew 25:14-30. What are some of the “talents” (skills, capabilities) that God gave you? Which of them bring you joy when you’re using them? Read this...
We finish our current worship series, Life, on Sunday, November 24. We used Following Jesus in a Warming World by Kyle Meyaard-Schaap for this series as our companion book. We’re trying something a little different in preparation for Christmas this year. Instead of...
You cannot serve both God and money. Matthew 6:24-34 Questions for Life Groups Read Matthew 6:24-34. What do you think Jesus is concerned about in this text? What are some symptoms of serving other masters instead of God? Read this week’s article titled Habits &...