Sermon Recap 🎬
In Pastor Michael's sermon "You Get What You Deserve," part of the series "Jesus Never Said That," he challenges the idea that people deserve punishment for their sins, emphasizing Jesus' grace and forgiveness. Through Luke 23, he shows believers that Jesus took on their punishment, highlighting that they are not getting what they deserve because of His sacrifice. Pastor Michael encourages the congregation to embrace their past, share their testimonies, and commit to following Jesus, emphasizing love for God and others. Overall, the sermon calls believers to step into the new life offered by Jesus and be a guiding light to those around them.
Ice Breaker 🧊
If you were a character in a movie, would you be the hero, the villain, or the comic relief?
Discussion Questions 💬
How does the crucifixion and resurrection story challenge the belief that 'you get what you deserve'?
Pastor Michael emphasizes that Christians are not getting what they deserve because of Jesus' sacrifice.
In what ways have you personally experienced grace and forgiveness in your own life?
What can we learn from Jesus' interaction with the two criminals during the crucifixion?
Luke 23 describes Jesus hanging on the cross between two criminals, demonstrating forgiveness and love even in his final moments.
How can you practice forgiveness and love in difficult situations or with challenging people?
Why is it important for Christians to share their testimonies and past experiences?
Pastor Michael encourages the congregation to embrace their past and share their testimonies, as it can inspire others to seek forgiveness and salvation.
Are there any parts of your own testimony that you feel comfortable sharing with the group to encourage and strengthen each other's faith?
How does Jesus call believers to respond to his sacrifice and demonstrate their faith?
Jesus calls believers to love Him, love others, and make disciples, rather than focusing on their own perceived unworthiness.
What are some practical ways you can love others and make disciples in your day-to-day life?
How can embracing the concept that 'you don't get what you deserve' help Christians grow in their relationship with God and others?
Understanding Jesus' sacrifice allows believers to live a life of grace, forgiveness and love towards themselves and others.
What areas in your life do you need to let go of the idea that you 'get what you deserve' and accept the forgiveness and grace offered by Jesus?
Prayer 🙏
Ask for any prayer requests from the group.
Pray for the strength to recognize and accept God's grace, knowing we don't get what we deserve because of Jesus's sacrifice.
Pray for the courage to share personal testimonies and the impact of Jesus's life on their own lives.
Pray for the wisdom and guidance to love God, love others, and make disciples as discussed in the sermon.