There are days when I'm ready to give up on our community. Even though I'm convinced, our community is filled with people wanting better circumstances and more than a few working very hard for change, there seem to be too many obstacles standing in the way. But our...
Jesus said to them, “Come with me, and I will teach you to catch people.” At once they left their nets and went with him. Matthew 4:19-20 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of how Jesus choosing four of His disciples in Matthew 4:19-20. Can you imagine yourself...
"You're not thinking clearly!" "You're being irrational!" "You need to stop being so emotional!" We might hear these expressions from friends or family who disagree with a decision we're making that doesn't make sense to them. The question is, do we listen to them and...
Jesus answered, “Go back and tell John what you are hearing and seeing…” Matthew 11:2-6 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of how Jesus answered John’s questions in Matthew 11:2-6. If you want to learn more about John the Baptist do a Google search or keyword...
Are you a patient person? Or do you start to fidget when you're waiting, desperately trying to expel nervous energy? Some of us pace when anxious or just move our legs in place. Others simply can't wait and go about doing instead of waiting for someone else to do what...
Everyone else serves the best wine first, and after the guests have drunk a lot, he serves the ordinary wine. But you have kept the best wine until now! John 2:1-11 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of Jesus turning water into wine in John 2:1-11. As you read...
Water is a necessity. Too little water, and we die. Too much water and we also die. And water, for most of us, is so basic that it’s, well, basic. So we add lemon to water. We chill, heat, and add tea leaves or coffee beans to change its flavor and composition. Water...
They found Jesus in the Temple, sitting among the teachers of Law, discussing deep questions with them and amazing everyone with his understanding and answers. Luke 2:41-52 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of Jesus’ parents finding the boy in the temple...
Google "How much food should I cater for a wedding?" and you're apt to find a rule known as the the “25 to 50 Rule." This formula suggests feeding 50 to 75 percent of your anticipated guest count. But the answer I discovered also included the disclaimer, "Don't forget...
Jesus sat down to eat with them, took the bread, and said the blessing; then He broke the bread and gave it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized Him. Luke 24:13-35 Questions for Life Groups Read the story of two followers leaving Jerusalem after...