Pastor Cody Bren's sermon "Bold Faith" emphasizes the importance of having bold faith and making bold requests to Jesus. Drawing inspiration from the story in Luke 18 of the blind man who persistently sought Jesus' help, Pastor Bren encourages the congregation to approach Jesus with courage and honesty. He explores the various reasons people may struggle to ask for help, such as fear of vulnerability or rejection, and reminds listeners of Jesus' promise of rest and peace. The sermon concludes with an invitation to imagine Jesus asking, "What do you want me to do for you?" urging the congregation to be bold in their faith and requests.

If you could have dinner with any historical figure (excluding any religious figures), who would it be and why?

Why is it challenging for us to ask for help and make bold requests in our faith?  

Pastor Cody Bren mentioned a fear of vulnerability, a need for independence, a fear of rejection, over-empathizing with others, and a sense of victimhood as some reasons for this struggle.

In which of these areas do you personally struggle the most? What can you do to overcome such barriers to making bold requests?

What can we learn from the blind man's encounter with Jesus in Luke 18?  

The blind man exhibited bold faith by calling out to Jesus as the son of David and asking for mercy, even when others around him tried to silence him.

How can you apply this example to your own encounters with Jesus? In what situation do you need to be bold and persistent in your faith?

Why is it important to approach Jesus with openness, vulnerability, and honesty?  

Pastor Bren emphasizes the need to recognize our burdens and come to Jesus with genuine vulnerability.

What burdens are you carrying right now that you can bring to Jesus with an open heart? How might your burdens be transformed by taking this step?

How does Jesus provide rest, peace, kindness, and love when we approach Him with our needs?  

The sermon highlights Jesus's invitation to come to Him with our weariness and burdens, promising healing, transformation, and support in return.

Have you experienced such provision from Jesus in your life? Share a personal story of how Jesus has provided for you in a time of need.

If Jesus were standing before you, asking 'What is it you want me to do for you?', how would you respond?   

Pastor Bren invites the congregation to imagine this situation and encourages them to be bold in their requests, seeking what they truly desire from Jesus.

How can you practice being bold in your requests and faith in your everyday life? What is one bold request you can make of Jesus today?

Pray for any specific needs and requests from group members.

Ask God to help us recognize the areas in our lives where we need to have bold faith and to guide us in making bold requests.

Seek God's help in overcoming the fears and barriers that prevent us from asking for His intervention and support.

Thank God for His constant presence and willingness to give us rest and peace when we come to Him.