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 The grace of God through Jesus and nothing else. That is the good news of our salvation. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, we are made right with God and set free from the slavery of sin and death. But good news is often hard to believe – it can sound too good to be true - and we can quickly find ourselves looking to other “good” things to find the security and freedom we are offered by gospel.

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When did you first hear and understand the gospel? Who told you about it? What difference has it made in your life?

The churches in Galatia were being led to believe that the grace of Christ was not enough and that they had to do more than just receive the grace of Jesus. Has there ever been a time in your life where you felt like you had to do more to be acceptable to God?

Read John 1:12, John 3:16, and Ephesians 2:8-9. What is the gospel?

Why do you think it i

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There is no shortage of resources claiming to help us live full lives. Yet, despite the easy access of self-help information, how many of us would honestly describe our lives as full? Why doesn’t information automatically translate into transformation? This weekend, we’ll begin a discussion on how God uses the power of our habits to redirect our lives in the direction of true fullness.

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What does “abundant life” mean to you? What is your vision of abundant life?

Take time to carefully read Matthew chapters 5-7. Where does your vision of abundant life match up with Jesus’ vision briefly outlined in the Sermon on the Mount? In what ways are they different? In what ways are they the same?

Are there any habits Jesus outlines that seem difficult, impossible, or even the opposite of your best interest?

Have you ever made a decision you thought was in your best interest in the moment but had long term consequences that weren’t in your

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The good news that an angel shared with shepherds over 2000 years ago is the good news that we celebrate every year at Christmas. Sometimes it’s easy to forget that this good news is not just for us to keep to ourselves, but it’s for all the people. If we really understand the good news of Jesus Christ, then we’ll understand that it’s good news to be shared.

 

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Peace. It is something we all long for, something we especially anticipate with the coming of Christmas. Yet, peace is elusive, especially with the coming of Christmas. With so much to do, this time of year when we expect to experience peace can often be filled with anxiety and stress. Jesus came to bring peace on earth, but his arrival was surrounded by turmoil and strife. How can we find the peace Jesus came to bring in the midst of a troubled and turbulent world?

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What place or person or time of your life do you most associate with peace? What was it about this place/person/time that you associate with peace?

Read Luke 1:26-38. What about this scene might seem at odds with the idea that Jesus came to bring peace? In what ways does it line up with this idea?

Read Luke 2:14. What does the angel specifically say? What do you think this means?

Read Matthew 10:34-39. How does this passage square with the angel’s proclamation that Jesus

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Fear paralyzes. It catches us off guard. Fear seeks to write a story that robs us of hope and joy. This is why God so often reminds us, “Don’t be afraid.” That first Christmas, shepherds were awestruck at the angelic announcement of a Savior. But they were also terrified. Like the shepherds, we’re prone to fear especially when we have good reason to be afraid. But God is fond of replacing our fear with joy and the reassurance of His great love.

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Can you recall times when you were most afraid? What were the circumstances surrounding your fear? How would you define “fear?”

Read Luke 2:8-14. What happened when an angel appeared to the shepherds? What are angels and what is their role?

The Christmas story is about God coming to earth in the person of Jesus. Read 2 Corinthians 8:9 and 1 Timothy 3:16. What do you find awe inspiring about these deep truths?

While fear can be debilitating it can also be liberating when directed toward God. What is the “fear of the Lord?” Reflect on the following passages for insights: Psalm 31:19, 115:13, Proverbs 9:10, 19

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We’ve seen what can happen when our church gives and serves and loves. We influence our surrounding region in profound ways. But we change too. We get influenced by our own acts of generosity and kindness toward others. But there’s another practice that can literally change our perspective and affect the way we live. We can be people who are rich in gratitude!

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Gratitude is simple but not so easy. Why are some people very thankful and others are not? What are the biggest obstacles to gratitude? How about in your own life?

What thoughts and feelings do you have when you encounter someone who is continually grateful? Describe a person who is ungrateful. How does ingratitude affect others?

Read 1 Thessalonians 5:18. What does it mean to give thanks in everything?

Take a few minutes to practice gratitude by highlighting those things for which you are most grateful. Make sure you include the things you might easily overlook.

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One of the last things Jesus told his disciples was that they should love one another the way he loved them. It sounds really good, and it is. But how did Jesus love his disciples, and what does that mean for how we love others? Great things happen when we love.

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How do you know you love something?

On a scale of 1-10, how loving are you? Explain your evaluation.

Read John 13:31-35. What do you think the disciples’ reaction would have been to Jesus’ words in verse 33?

What images may have come to mind for the disciples with Jesus’ use of the phrase, “just as I have loved you”? Can you think of any specific examples of ways in which Jesus loved his disciples?

Read John 13:36-38. Like most of us, Peter wants to do the extravagant thing. But Jesus reminds him he can’t even do the simple things. Do you see a connection or dichotomy between Jesus new commandment to love and his rebuke of Peter?

How do you personally feel you show l

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Typically, we serve when we are made aware of a need. However, we can easily go through life without ever seeing the people who need love and kindness right in front of us. But when we intentionally and prayerfully resist the myriad of distractions and reach out to people in need, things happen when we serve. God’s Spirit works through us to bring out results we can and some we can’t see.

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Describe a time when you realized there was a need that you had previously not seen. What caused you to become aware of the need? What had prevented you from noticing it before?

Think of a time when you helped someone or some people in need. What were the visible results from your help? What else do you think may have resulted from your help, but you were not able to physically see?

Read Isaiah 58:6-9 again. What comes to your mind when you read these verses? Does this passage inspire you to reach out to people in need? Or does it give you anxiety or fears about engaging people in ways that make you nervous?

Our servin

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It seems like money is an obsession in our culture. Whether it’s lottery winners or superstars with giant contracts, many people are fascinated by those who “have it all.” Our view of money says a lot about us. And God’s view of money says a lot about God. While money itself might be a neutral thing, it can unleash a power either for destruction or for immense good. When we’re generous in sharing our resources, wonderful things can happen.

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Why does our culture seem to be so obsessed with money? Why are some people generous in sharing their money and possessions while others are less so? Would you describe yourself as a generous person? Why or why not?

The foundational scripture reference for our Be Rich emphasis is found in 1 Timothy 6:18. Take a moment to evaluate each component of Paul’s advice to Timothy. What could happen in and through our church if we really embraced the content of this verse?

Describe the feelings you might have when you share your resources and do good for someone else. In what ways does your generosity reflect the heart of God?

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With our eyes set on Jesus we’re changing to become Christ-like influencers. But what is the purpose of that change? Certainly, we bring God glory when our lives more closely resemble His Son. But living like Jesus also means we’re able to influence others by the way we live. To be an influencer for good is one of life’s highest honors!

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Can you think of a few people who influenced you the most? Who were they and how did they influence you for good?

Our This Is Us series has helped us take a closer look at the characteristics of a Christ-like influencer. Which of these qualities resonate with you the most? And in which of these do you have the most room for improvement? 1) Surrenders continually, 2) Loves extravagantly, 3) Invests relationally, 4) Gives generously, 5) Engages with God daily.

Read 1 John 3:2-3. From these verses how would you distinguish between your future (eternal) Christ-likeness and your pres

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