Posted on Nov 30, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
The Craft Work of Discipleship
Text | Luke 9:1-6
Discussion Questions
Heart
Luke describes Jesus at work in the world through His disciples in this section. The work is a warning to the wicked and a cause of comfort for the hurting. But there is a deeper work being accomplished in the hearts of the disciples. Obeying Jesus is an invitation to a meaningful life. Do you want Jesus to lead you into meaningful living? What examples of obedience from this past week do you have?
Home
The announcement of the coming Kingdom is paired with samples of judgment that Jesus has determined are out of place in His Kingdom. He sends His disciples out to evict
demons and disease from His lands. If our homes are ruled by Christ, are we making space for the vile to remain or are we seeking to have our homes glorify Him?
Harvest
The call of Jesus here is for all of His disciples to part ways with wickedness for the exaltation of His Name. Faithfulness means proclaiming His right to rule and demonstrating it in holy living. How is Jesus leading you to make much of Him this week?
Posted on Nov 23, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
Longing to See Jesus
Text | Luke 8:40-56
Discussion Questions
Heart
The people of Galilee were waiting for Jesus to return from His
encounter with the demonic force on the other side of the lake. They were glad to receive Him back because they knew His ministry to them was a blessing. How much more should we long for His return, knowing of His great love for us? How are you helping your heart long for His return?
Home
The ruler of the synagogue begged Jesus to come to his home to fix
what no one else could. Knowing the limitations of the physicians and advisors, he sought Jesus to bless his family. The job of every father and mother is to do likewise; to bless their home by bringing Jesus into it. What ways are you seeking to have Christ in your home?
Harvest
The woman in our text was considered unclean and barred from being involved in community life. She was drawn to Jesus because He sought to make Himself available to her. What are some ways that we can make Jesus
available to those that are currently lost and at odds with God? What changes
need to be made so that you are able to help people see the Gospel Truth that can save their souls?
Posted on Nov 2, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
The Gospel Light
Text | Luke 8:16-21
Discussion Questions
Heart
Jesus tells the people that
hearing God’s Word without obedience is an invitation to judgment. What does this tell us about the value Jesus places upon obedience?
Home
When we listen to God’s Word it
will have an impact on the shape of our
home. What are some examples of ways that your home has been impacted by God’s Word? What are some places that He is showing you might be improved?
Harvest
If Christians make it a point to
weekly gather to hear from God’s Word, but do not obey it, what will the impact be upon the harvest field? What is the possible impact when we do obey?
Posted on Oct 25, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
Fruitful Christianity
Text | Luke 8:4-15
Discussion Questions
Heart
Jesus tells us that a heart that has properly received the seed of the Word is knowable by its fruit. Does this description give you comfort or concern? Are you “holding fast to the Word” in your heart?
Home
Jesus warns us that a concern for the things of this world can choke out a growing seed. How can your home be a place where the hearts of all in it are helped to love the cares of the Kingdom of God?
Harvest
In this parable the Sower clearly trusts that some seed will fall upon good soil. He has not determined which soil is good and which is not. So he offers the seed without prejudice. How can we be like the sower in our communication of the Gospel? How can we trust God more in our service to Him?
Posted on Oct 17, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
Christian Living Necessities
Text | Luke 8:1-3
Discussion Questions
Heart
Jesus brings His disciples with
Him because discipleship requires
investments of time. Do you value getting to know Jesus more and more? Is it clear by your investment of time with Him?
Home
The home is intended by God to
be a place where discipleship happens.
We are meant to spend time together
with our families in a way that points us
towards Christ. However, there are many thieves of time together. What are some interests and activities that seek to negatively impact your home? How can you work against it?
Harvest
The overall effort of the
disciples’ time with Jesus was for them to become like Him. The impact of
becoming like Him is loving others like He does. How is your time with Jesus
helping you love God and others like
Him?
Posted on Oct 11, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
Grace in Action
Text | Luke 7:36-50
Discussion Questions
Heart
In this chapter the Pharisee is
being forced to watch the sinful woman
trust Jesus. She is a grateful mess. Her
entire life is rearranged and she is
desperate to show her gratitude for His
kindness. What ways do you seek to
show your gratitude for His kindness to
you?
Home
The home is clearly intended to
be a place to worship Jesus. The
Pharisee’s home is unintentionally the
site where his own shallow worship is
exposed. His failure to show basic
hospitality revealed the deeper problem
of his own heart. Does your home
express the kind of gratitude that honors Jesus? How can your home become a place of intentional worship?
Harvest
Jesus says, “he who has been
forgiven little, loves little.” The more we
think through the Gospel story, the
deeper His grace drives into our own
lives. But if we want to express our love
to Jesus for His goodness, then we offer it to others. Who are you able to show kingdom hospitality to this week in gratitude to Christ?
Posted on Oct 3, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
The Blessing of Belief
Text | Luke 7:31-35
Discussion Questions
Heart
Is your own heart satisfied in
God’s work? What are you doing to help your own heart love His work more and more?
Home
Does your home love the work
of God? How is your family celebrating
His ongoing work?
Harvest
When the lost see you living
in the community of believers, are you
giving them a glimpse of a different way
of life? How does baptism picture the
new life in Christ? How can the reminder of baptism stir your own heart for faithful living this week?
Posted on Sep 26, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
Invitation to Greatness
Text | Luke 7:24-30
Discussion Questions
Heart
Scripture demonstrates
repeatedly the great danger of pride. The impact of pride on our hearts is most deadly when it keeps us from believing what God says about our guilt. Why is confession of sin before God essential for the life of the Christian?
Home
The greatest blessing God
offers anyone is closeness with Him
through His Son. How then are you
helping your home love the full range of
God’s blessing on those in His Kingdom?
Harvest
The world needs to know the
great invitation God is making available
to them through Jesus. How will you help them hear it this week?
Posted on Sep 20, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
The Key Question
Text | Luke 7:18-23
Discussion Questions
Heart
John is seeking peace as he
faces likely death in prison. The key
question that John asks is on the identity of Christ. Why does having that question settled help provide peace and purpose for all other concerns of life?
Home
Doubts are not uncommon to
the Christian. The place we go for
comfort needs to be informed by John’s
example. When in doubt he took his
concern to Jesus for help. How can you
help your home turn to the Savior in
times of crisis?
Harvest
When John sought clarity,
Jesus brough him back to the Word. How is your trust in God’s Word leading you to live differently than those around you? How is the world able to notice your trust in God’s Word?
Posted on Sep 11, 2025 in Discussion Questions |
Godly Compassion
Text | Luke 7:11-17
Discussion Questions
Heart
How do your emotions fuel your
labor? Do they help you bless your
worship or do they distract you from
noticing the needs of others?
Home
What responsibility do parents have in helping their family use emotions well? What are the differences between a godly emotion and a worldly emotion?
Harvest
What are the consequences
upon the harvest field of souls if the
church is led by emotions that don’t
submit to godliness? How might it be
impacted if we are properly led by godly compassion?