Arise and Abide

Reading from Luke 11:14-26 NLT Jesus and the Prince of Demons

Discussion looks at asking for a sign, referencing Gideon but forgetting his name, spiritual warfare, Jesus' teaching about Satan and his demons, Isaiah 49:24-26, staying on guard, the fruit of the spirit, the fruits of the flesh, self awareness, and putting the word of God into practice.

Luke 11:5-13 NLT Jesus' Continued Teaching on Prayer

Conversation looks at how we pray, what we pray for, our persistence, and giving good things to our kids.

Reading from Luke 11:1-4 NIV The Lord's Prayer.  discussion looks at God's holiness, His Kingdom, His Provision, Forgiveness, Offence, Guidance, and Protection.

Reading from Luke 10:38-41 NIV Mary & Martha

Discussion looks at the difficulty we may have at prioritizing relationships over tasks. Not expecting others to do the work we sign up for. Making salsa, and choosing the best thing.

Reading from Luke 10:25-37 NIV The Parable of the Good Samaritan 

Discussion looks at how this parable may apply today.

Reading from Luke 10:17-24 NIV The Return of the Seventy-Two

Discussion looks at spiritual warfare, Holy Spirit victories, authority, the real reason to rejoice,

Reading From Luke 9:51-62 NLT Samaritan Opposition, The Cost of Following Jesus. Discussion makes a connection to the Samaritan woman who came to Jesus as her daughter needed healing. Are we following Jesus with our own ideas of where He is going like the man who told Jesus he would follow him anywhere? Or is there an area where we are making excuses for not following His lead like the man who has to "bury his father"?  Don't look back at your old life, press on!

Reading from Luke 9:46-50~The Greatest Disciple 

Coming off the heals of Jesus telling His disciples that He is going to be betrayed and die, they begin to bicker about which one of the 12 was the greatest. Discussion goes into our pride, ego, and scarcity mentality.

Reading From Luke 9:37-45NLT Jesus Heals a Demon Possessed Boy

Discussion looks at this and the second telling of this story in Mark. Have you ever asked God to help you with your unbelief? Pay attention, and you wont miss the surprise guest.

Reading from Luke 9:28-36 NLT, The Transfiguration. Discussion looks at the relationship dynamics in the group, the significance of the three, the symbolism of Moses and Elijah, and of course, Peter.