November 19, 2017

John 4:27-54

The Scottish theologian and preacher James Denney once said, “The Kingdom of Heaven is not for the well-meaning: it is for the desperate.” Here again we see the beauty of God’s grace and the power of God’s salvation on offer through faith in Christ. Join Pastor Jim as he unfolds John 4 and the story of two very different individuals who both recognized their desperate need of God’s grace.

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Discussion Questions

  1. Read the passage together: Before today’s sermon, what did you already know or believe about this passage? Did anything in your understanding shift after hearing the message?
  2. Challenge and Reflection: Was there a part of today’s message that was particularly challenging or surprising for you? Why?
  3. Unpacking the Message: Pick a quote from today’s sermon notes. Discuss what it means to you.
  4. Personal Impact: What’s one specific way you feel called to change or grow after hearing this message?
  5. Practical Application: What’s one step you can take this week to put today’s message into practice?
  6. Connecting Scripture: Are there other Bible passages or stories this message reminds you of? How do they expand or confirm this teaching?
  7. Gratitude: What aspect of God’s character stood out to you in today’s message? How does it inspire praise or gratitude?
  8. Pray the Scripture: After hearing the message, is there a specific area where you feel led to pray? How can we pray for one another in light of today’s teaching?