22-11-27_podcast.mp3File Size: 56754 kbFile Type: mp3Download File 1. Compare 2 Samuel 24:1 to 1 Chronicles 21:1. If God is holy, perfect and sinless, can God actually tempt people into committing sin? How do these passages compare to Adam and Eve in the garden?2. It seems reasonable that any nation should know its resources and population. So how did David sin? (See also Exodus 30:11-16.) How did the idols of comfort, security and power factor into David’s decision? Why is [...]

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1. Why do you think we are called to endure trial and tribulation? How can we persevere?2. How does James describe the “riches” of this worldly life?3. What do you think is meant by “the crown of life”? (See also 1 Cor 9:24-27.) What do you anticipate upon receiving this crown?4. In Genesis 3:1-7, what did the serpent imply about God? What did the serpent promise?Is our sin always the result of some external force?5. What is the difference between testing and tempt [...]

1. How did David sin? What were the circumstances? When do you feel most vulnerable to succumbing to sin? What does it take for the seed of sin to grow?2. How did David attempt to cover up? Was his sin concealed? Does sin ever affect just the person committing the sin? Who suffered for David’s choices?3. What was Nathan’s goal in approaching David? What was the tone and nature of Nathan’s approach? What were David’s reactions? How do you think Saul would have respo [...]

​1. From Acts 26 and what you know of Paul’s life, describe how the process of Rebellion, Revelation, Repentance and Restoration worked out in Paul’s life? How does obedience fit in?2. Is this a one time process? Is it continuous in the Christian life? What kind of life did Paul lead?3. Do you think understanding and applying these four R’s can help you share the gospel? If we ever feel we may be at a loss for words or a convincing argument, how does Matthew 10:19- [...]

22-10-23_podcast.mp3File Size: 54168 kbFile Type: mp3Download File 1.  Have you ever been homeless? Evacuated from your home? In isolation away from your home? How did you feel or how did it affect you?2.  How have “dwell” or “dwelling,” “tent” or “tabernacle “ been used in the Bible? Can you link those observations to the various Biblical covenants?3. Why do think David and Nathan thought it was a good idea to build a tem [...]

​1. How does the Ark of the Covenant point to God’s character? What attributes of His character stand out for you? How does the Ark point to Jesus?2. What were the specific directions God gave as to how the Ark was to be treated and transported? (See Exodus 25:10-22; Deuteronomy 10:8-10; Hebrews 9:1-10.) Do you think these instructions show God’s holiness and mercy? How? Why do you think Israel transported the Ark the way they did at first?3. Do you think God was too har [...]

22-10-02_podcast.mp3.crdownloadFile Size: 426 kbFile Type: crdownloadDownload File 1. What does the term “anointed” mean and imply when used in the Bible? What does “fool” mean and imply in the Bible?2. In your own words, define forgiveness. Is forgiveness costly? How? Who bears the pain of forgiving? What is the cost for us of not forgiving?3. David was anointed by God to be King over Israel. Why do you think God took awhile to execute judgement and remov [...]

1. Can you describe a time when a friend came through for you? What were you struck by or what stood out about it.2. Can you recall a time when you came through for a friend? What were the circumstances?3. Have you ever felt that you let a friend down? How did you cope or deal with that?4. What were the 3 characteristics of friendship that were discussed in the sermon and why are they crucial to friendship?5. Truth, duty, honour, loyalty, integrity, dignity and sacrifice are sometimes see [...]

​Discussion Questions Matt 6:25-341.  What we fear or worry about can reveal the idols in our lives. What idols was Jesus addressing in Matt 6? Are the idols in our world the same, different or unique in any way?2.  Worry, stress and anxiety often arise from fear of loss or failure to attain in this world. What idols are revealed to you by your anxieties and worry?3.  Are there what may be termed appropriate or “healthy” fears or concerns in this life? Wha [...]