05/19/2024 - When You Don’t Feel Good Enough

Sermon Recap 🎬


Pastor Michael Wurz's sermon "When You Don’t Feel Good Enough" focuses on the theme of identity, highlighting that believers are God's masterpieces in Christ. He challenges the audience to shift their mindset, let go of false identities, and embrace their new identity in Christ. Wurz encourages living out this identity by embodying God's purpose in daily life and showing God's love to others. The sermon emphasizes that our worth is not based on worldly standards but on God's grace, calling for a deep alignment with our identity as God's masterpieces.

Ice Breaker 🧊


If you could choose any historical figure to be your imaginary friend, who would it be and why?

Discussion Questions 💬


What are some ways that our society defines 'good enough' and how do these standards affect our understanding of our identity?  

Pastor Wurz addressed the issue of striving for worldly standards of success and comparing oneself to others.
In which areas of your life do you feel pressure to conform to societal standards, and how do you think these standards impact your view of yourself as God's masterpiece?

How can we remind ourselves of our true identity as God's masterpieces, especially when we feel inadequate?  

Pastor Wurz mentioned the importance of knowing one's identity in Christ and living a life aligned with God's purpose.
What are some practical steps you can take to reinforce your identity in Christ on a daily basis?

What is the difference between being saved by good works and being saved for good works?  

Pastor Wurz emphasized that we are not saved by our own good works, but we are saved for good works.
Can you think of a time when you confused these two concepts, and how might that have influenced your understanding of your identity in Christ?

Why do you think it's important to bring God's purpose into every aspect of our lives, like relationships, work, and parenting?  

Pastor Wurz encouraged the audience to live in a way that reflects their identity as masterpieces of God and to bring God's purpose into their everyday lives.
In what ways can you actively involve God's purpose in your daily life and decision-making process?

How can Ephesians 2:10 help us understand our identity and purpose as believers?   

The main biblical reference in the sermon was Ephesians 2:10, which states that we are created anew in Christ Jesus to do good works that God has planned for us.
What specific aspect of this verse speaks to you the most and how can you apply it to your life to better understand your identity and live out your purpose in Christ?

Prayer 🙏


• Ask for prayer requests from the group
• Pray for the ability to recognize and embrace our identity as God’s masterpieces
• Ask for guidance in discovering the good works God has prepared for us
• Request strength in living out God’s purpose beyond the world's standards