SG Questions - December 15

The Promise of Christmas, Pt 3- 12/15/24

Lean In:
What’s the most unexpected or unusual Christmas gift you’ve ever received, and how did you react to it?

Look Out: 
Why do you think many people today see Jesus only as a historical figure or a helpless baby in a manger, rather than as Mighty God?

Look Down: READ Isaiah 9:6 & Colossians 1:15-17
What stands out in these verses or from the weekend message? What encourages, challenges, convicts?

Look In: Bottom Line: Jesus doesn’t need ANY of my help, but I need ALL of His

3 Ways to Receive Jesus’ Mighty Help:

1. YIELD to the Will of Jesus

In what areas of your life do you find it hard to yield to God's will? Why?How does acknowledging Jesus as Mighty God help you trust Him with your decisions and challenges?Share a time when you yielded to God’s will and saw His power work in your situation?What steps can you take this week to surrender control to Jesus in an area you’ve been holding back?

2. WAIT on the Power of Jesus
Why is waiting on God’s power challenging? 
Can you recall a time when God’s answer to your prayer required patience? 
What did you learn about His timing?
How can we as group members encourage one another to trust in God’s power while waiting for His answers?
What practical steps can you take to deepen your trust in God during a waiting season?

3. HOPE in the Return of Jesus
How does focusing on Jesus as the Mighty God give you hope for the future?
What impact does the promise of Jesus’ return have on how you live today?
In what ways can we remind ourselves and others to live with eternity in mind this week?

Look Ahead:
Stay connected throughout the week by participating in daily readings.
This week: a 7 day devotional to refresh your vision of what the Gospel message is
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