Life Group Questions - March 22nd

ICEBREAKER Question: Share about a time when you truly got to know someone beyond surface level. What changed in that relationship once you knew them intimately?


DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
Understanding the Text
  1. What does it mean that Peter calls himself both a "slave" and an "apostle"? How does this challenge our culture's emphasis on titles and positions?
  2. Pastor emphasized the Greek word kinosko (intimate knowledge). What's the difference between knowing about God and knowing God intimately? Where would you honestly place yourself on that spectrum?
  3. Peter says grace and peace are "multiplied" through the full knowledge of God (v. 2). How have you experienced increased peace or grace as you've grown in your relationship with God?

Personal Reflection
  1. The sermon stated: "God is not looking for people to just say yes to Him... He is looking for people who are going to bow before Him as Lord."
    • Is Jesus your Savior, your Lord, or both?
    • What's the difference in practical terms?
  2. "He has given you everything to live a life that will exude His presence and His goodness" (v. 3).
    • Do you believe this is true? Why or why not?
    • What areas of your life feel lacking, and how might God already have provided what you need?
  3. Pastor challenged: "You're paying way too much attention on things that don't matter, and your time isn't in His word."
    • What distractions are keeping you from spending time in God's Word?
    • What would need to change in your daily routine to prioritize this?

Application
  1. Peter walking on water illustrated being a "partaker of divine nature."
    • When Peter focused on the wind instead of Jesus, he began to sink.
    • What "winds" (circumstances, fears, problems) are you focusing on instead of Jesus?
  2. The sermon mentioned that many were raised in church but never truly made Jesus LORD.
    • How would your life look different if Jesus was truly Lord of every area?
    • What specific area is hardest for you to surrender to His lordship?

CLOSING REFLECTION:
Read together: John 17:3 "And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent."
Final Question: If someone observed your life this past week, would they say you're fighting for your eternal life, or just living for this temporary one?