Small Group Guide: Psalm 100% Living

Key Takeaways:

1. God desires us to be joyful and worship Him with enthusiasm.
2. Serving God should be done with gladness, not obligation.
3. We worship God because He is sovereign and our creator.
4. Gratitude should be our posture before God.
5. Our primary concern should be bringing glory to God in all we do.

Discussion Questions:

1. Pastor mentions that "God is not boring" and "Jesus isn't dead." How does this perspective impact our approach to worship and daily life?
2. Discuss the concept of serving God with gladness. What does this look like practically in your life?
3. The sermon emphasizes the importance of being "servers" rather than "takers" in the church. How can we cultivate a serving mindset?
4. How does acknowledging God's sovereignty change our perspective on life's challenges?
5. Pastor talks about entering God's presence with thanksgiving. What are some ways we can cultivate a heart of gratitude?
6. Reflect on the quote: "Nothing is a good work unless it is done with a good motive." How can we ensure our motives are focused on God's glory?
7. The sermon mentions the disconnect between Sunday faith and everyday life, especially on social media. How can we maintain consistency in our faith throughout the week?

Practical Applications:

1. This week, identify one way you can serve others in your church or community with joy.
2. Start a gratitude journal, writing down three things you're thankful for each day.
3. Evaluate your social media use. Consider ways to use these platforms to glorify God or reduce usage if it's hindering your spiritual growth.
4. Memorize Psalm 100 as a reminder to live a life of joyful worship.
5. Choose one area of your life where you struggle to bring glory to God. Pray and make a plan to align this area more closely with your faith.

Closing Prayer:
Encourage group members to live out Psalm 100 in their daily lives, focusing on joyful worship, grateful service, and bringing glory to God in all things.