Hebrews 9:27, 2 Corinthians 5:8, Luke 16:19–31, John 5:28–29; 10:28–29, Revelation 20, Hebrews 6:4–6, Ephesians 2:8–9, Philippians 1:6, Romans 8:1, 38–39; 1:19–21; 10:14, Matthew 7, Acts 17:27

JP teaches that when we die, our eternity is determined by what we do with Jesus, and that true salvation cannot be lost because God secures it. He also urges believers to share the gospel, since it’s the only way people can be saved.

When we die, we will be with God or separated from God depending on if we trusted in Jesus

Salvation comes from being born of Christ and cannot be lost

Someone must respond to The Gospel to be saved 

Life Group Discussion:

What emotions or questions come up when you think about heaven, hell, and judgment?

Do you tend to live more out of fear of losing salvation or confidence in God securing it? Why?

Who in your life might God be calling you to have a gospel conversation with this week, and what’s holding you back?

Genesis 1:27, Genesis 3:1–24, Romans 8:20–21, 2 Corinthians 12:7–10, Job 1:21, 2 Corinthians 1:3–6, Genesis 50:20

Suffering exists because real love requires real choice, and our broken world is the result, but God hasn’t left us in it. He meets us in the pain and uses it to shape us, redeem us, and point us to Jesus.

The Root of Suffering: Free will 

The Role of Suffering: Our Sanctification

The Redemption of Suffering: Message of Salvation 

Life Group Discussion:

Where do you most often feel the tension between believing God is good and experiencing real pain or brokenness?

Can you think of a time when something difficult actually shaped your character or deepened your faith?

How have you seen God use someone else’s pain or story to impact your life?

The resurrection proves Jesus defeated sin and death, making the Gospel the most important truth in history. When you truly trust it, not just know about it, it saves you and changes your life.

This Gospel SAVES YOU

This Gospel STANDS UP TO SCRUTINY  

This Gospel CHANGES YOU for ministry

Life Group Discussion:

Why is the resurrection essential to our salvation—not just the cross?

What evidence for Jesus’ resurrection do you find most compelling, and why?

How has understanding God’s grace changed the way you live or view your relationship with Him?

Worship isn’t just something we do on Sundays, it’s how we live every part of our lives. In Colossians 3:18–4:6, Paul shows that when Jesus changes your heart, it shows up in your home, your work, and how you treat people in the world. Real worship looks like honoring Christ in your private life, working like you ultimately answer to Him, and being ready to share the gospel with others.

Make your private life worship for Jesus

Make your professional life worship for Jesus (work for your boss’ boss)

Make your public life worship for Jesus 

Life Group Discussion:

In what ways is it easiest for your faith to slip in your private life (home, roommates, family, dating, etc.)? Why do you think that is?

What challenges make it hard to honor Christ in your workplace or school environment?

Can you think of a recent moment where you felt an opportunity to talk about faith but hesitated? What held you back?

JP reminded us that our true identity is no longer defined by the world but by Christ, because our old life has died and our new life is hidden with Him. When we exchange our old identity for the one Jesus gives, it changes how we think, how we live, and ultimately who we live for, marking our lives with love, unity, and gratitude.

Your new identity changes how you think 

Your new identity changes how you live  

Your new identity changes Who you live for 

Life Group Discussion:

What are some “earthly things” that most often consume your thoughts, and how can you intentionally shift your mind toward things above?

Which of the qualities in Colossians 3 (compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, love) do you most want God to grow in your life?

Paul had deep gratitude even in suffering, how can remembering your future with Christ help you respond differently to hardship today?

So many voices are telling you that you need more, more rules, more experiences, more self-discipline, but the gospel reminds us that Jesus is already enough. Tune down the noise of culture, influencers, and expectations, and get back to the only voice that defines your faith, Jesus Christ.

Don't let legalism judge you

Don't let mysticism distract you

Don't trust asceticism to change you 

Life Group Discussion:

Have you ever felt pressure to look like you “have it all together” spiritually? Where do you think that pressure comes from?

Why do you think people sometimes chase spiritual experiences instead of simply pursuing Jesus?

Have you ever tried to change spiritually just by “trying harder” or setting stricter rules for yourself? What happened?

Real faith isn’t just believing in Jesus once, it’s continuing to walk with Him every day. Don’t chase the counterfeits of the world; Jesus has already paid your debt and proved He is enough.

Continue to live your life in Christ

Don’t be captured by counterfeits

Your charges are canceled. Christ’s work is complete.

Life Group Discussion:

What does it practically look like for you to live with Christ, not just for Christ, in your daily life?

When you’ve felt distant from God in the past, what usually caused the drift?

Do you ever feel like you still must “earn” God’s approval? Why do you think that is?

Following Jesus isn’t easy, the climb is real, but it’s worth it because the victory is already won in Christ. The mystery we’ve been searching for isn’t success or status; it’s Christ in you, the hope of glory. And when He lives in you, you don’t just endure the journey, you help others grow, knowing one day it will all be worth it.

Expect the sufferings of Christ in you

Experience the mystery of Christ in you

Extend the maturity of Christ through you

Life Group Discussion:

When has following Jesus cost you something socially, professionally, or personally—and how did you respond?

If you truly believed the power of God lives in you, how would that change your confidence, anxiety, or decision-making?

What fears or excuses keep you from sharing Jesus more openly?

Jesus isn’t just part of your life, He is Lord over all of it: over the universe, over the Church, and over you. If you’ve trusted Him, your life isn’t your own anymore, you were created by Him and bought back for Him. Real freedom begins when you fully surrender.

God the Son Over All 

God the Son Over the Church

God the Son Over You

Life Group Discussion:

Where in your life is it easiest to acknowledge Jesus as Lord, and where is it hardest (dating, career, money, image, ambitions)?

What gifts, passions, or abilities might God have given you that you’re currently not using for the Church?

If you truly believed you were bought with a price, what would change this week in your habits, relationships, or decisions?