Life Group Questions - May 31st
Icebreaker Question: If you knew Jesus was returning exactly one year from today, what would you change about how you're living right now?
Discussion Questions:
Understanding the Message
- What stood out to you most from this sermon? Why?
- Pastor Rino mentioned that "there will be no election ever that will make this world right." How does this perspective challenge or change the way you think about politics, current events, and earthly solutions?
- Peter asks, "What sort of people ought you to be?" This isn't a question but a statement. What do you think Peter is trying to emphasize by phrasing it this way?
Personal Reflection
- The sermon addressed "abusing grace" - living in sin while assuming God will forgive. Have you ever caught yourself thinking this way? How can we guard against this mindset?
- Pastor shared his personal example about buying used golf clubs instead of expensive new ones. What "stuff" or status symbols have you been chasing that won't matter in eternity?
- On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate your current level of "eager expectation" for Christ's return? What would it look like to increase that number?
- The sermon mentioned living on "our tippy toes, waiting for that day." What does this active, vigilant posture look like in practical, everyday life?
Going Deeper
- Pastor said, "If your life doesn't reflect the reality that you're waiting for Jesus in your actions, words, and thoughts, then change it." What specific area of your life needs to change in light of Christ's return?
- Read the characteristics of holy living mentioned in the sermon:
- Obedience and purity
- Avoiding sexual immorality
- Fruit of the Spirit
- Humility and compassion
- Devotion and intimacy with God
- Which of these areas do you find most challenging? Why?
- The sermon referenced the lame beggar in Acts 3 who was "expecting to receive something." How can we cultivate this same expectant attitude toward Jesus' return and His work in our lives?