Group Leader Notes: September 26–October 2
Group Leader Notes: September 26–October 2
Note: You do not need to cover all of the scriptures. Pick what is meaningful and dig into at least one (you can do more), discuss, and reflect. Feel free to look up words and their meanings, and review the context as well.
Key Verses
Matthew 16:16-19
Matthew 28:18-20
Ephesians 5:15-17
Going Urgently
Prerequisites:
Perspective
People
Power
Plan
Open
How are you doing on your Next Step for this semester?
Who was the person who introduced you to Jesus?
When was last time you thanked them?
Dig and Reflect
Read Matthew 28:18-20
Read Acts 1:8
What is significant about Jesus’ statement in Matthew 28?
In the moment, how do you think the disciples felt about Jesus’ command?
Prerequisite #1: Perspective that heaven and hell are real
Read Hebrews 9:27
Read Ezekiel 18:23
How could a focus upon the reality of hell help you stay urgent about sharing your faith?
What does it tell you about our God, that He hurts when the wicked die?
Prerequisite #2: People matter to God
Read Luke 19:10
Read Matthew 9:36-37
What do these scriptures tell you about the type of people Jesus sought out?
Jesus had compassion on the hurting. How do you compare?
Prerequisite #3: Power that comes from God
Read Acts 1:4-5, 8
What is significant from this text?
If you believe this is true (spirit empowerment), how could it change your witness (or life)?
Do you know what spiritual gifts God has given you?
Have you heard of spiritual gifts?
If you are baptized in Holy Spirit, what should you expect to happen in your life?
Prerequisite #4: Plan
Do you have people you are consistently praying to reach with the gospel?
What does “serve not sell” mean to you?
B.L.E.S.S.
Begin to pray
Listen to Spirit
Eat together
Serve
Share your faith
Additional Scriptures:
Read Matthew 5:14-17
What is significant about this text?
Can you effectively “be a light” by your own strength?
Read Ephesians 5:15-17
What is significant about this text?
How do you take advantage of opportunities?
Action Steps:
Praying for fresh filling of Holy Spirit.
This is not complicated. If the person has repented of known sin, and asks in faith, God loves to pour out His Spirit. (Luke 11:11-13)
Have them ask for fresh infilling and you agree with them.
Who are you going to B.L.E.S.S?
Consider a time frame to reach out to them. Touch back on this next week.
Vision Opportunities:
OVERFLOW
Ladies to attend
Men to serve the ladies creating an atmosphere of care and honor
VICTORY & FREEDOM (October 16)
This is an opportunity to learn more about Holy Spirit baptism