October 6, 2024
The Story | What Does God Want? | Chapter 5
Beginnings: How God Got Things Started, A Chosen People.
The people of God were rescued from slavery—now what? God doesn’t just free us from darkness; He frees us for a new life. In today’s passage, we see the kind of people and nation God wants Israel to be.
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Chapter 5: Exodus 20:1-21
- Share a story about a team or company you were part of that was healthy. What made it strong and enjoyable to be part of?
- Which of the 10 commandments do you find easiest to obey? Which is the hardest, and why?
- Why would God give people rules that He knows they won’t always keep?
- Look at verse 20. How do "Don't be afraid" and "the fear of God will be with you" work together?
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Acts 2:40-47 - As a church, we’re taking some time to talk about our vision and strategy. We’re hoping to add clarity to why and how we do what we do in this season.
Psalm 129 is a bit of a nasty Psalm! The writer has been oppressed and doesn’t hold back in expressing what that feels like. You might think being a believer means your troubles disappear, but that has never been the case. The good news is that God is neither blind nor indifferent to our struggles.
Psalm 131 - The Psalms of Ascent have it all: anguish, anger, encouragement, and wild joy. Psalm 131 is all about contentment. Where does contentment come from? What ruins it? What does it feel like? How can I be content in an age where marketing, social media and mirrors breed discontent?
Psalm 133 - The Psalms of Ascent were songs for the journey—worshippers sang them as they travelled together toward Jerusalem and the Temple. These Psalms give voice to the sorts of things that go through worshippers' hearts as they prepare to worship.
Psalm 104 is a song of praise that marvels at the beauty and order of God’s creation. From mountains to seas, seasons to creatures great and small, it reveals a world sustained by His power and care. This psalm invites us to stand in awe, give thanks, and consider our role as stewards of His handiwork.
Psalm 121 - We humans need help! The question is, where will we turn for it? Psalm 121 invites us to look to God for true help.
