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Redeeming Ruth - The Kindness of God

Introduction:

The Rudeness Quiz:

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The Kindness of God... (Ruth 2):

  1. Puts me in the Right Place at the Right Time . (Ruth 2:1-7)
  2. Transforms my Character . (Ruth 2:8-10)
    1. I should help those who cannot Repay Me . (Ruth 2:8-9)
    2. I should humble myself instead of Embracing Entitlement . (Ruth 2:10)
  3. Rewards my Faithfulness . (Ruth 2:11-23)

    Psalm 23:6 - Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

    "He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose." - Jim Elliot

    Psalm 63:3 - Because your loving-kindness is better than life, my lips shall praise you. Thus, I will bless you while I live; I will lift up my hands in Your name.

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Small Group Discussion
Read Ruth 2:1-23

  1. What was your big take-away from this passage / message?

  2. How has the Lord put you in the right place at the right time in the past?

  3. Why do we often fail to thank and praise the Lord for the gifts of kindness that He has given us? Share what you are most thankful for right now.

  4. How do you see yourself struggling with unkindness and entitlement? How can you fight against these trends in your life?

  5. What rewards does the Lord give to His faithful and obedient servants?

Breakout
Pray for one another.

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Redeeming Ruth - The Providence of God

Introduction:

Providence: God's purposeful direction of Human history, every single human life, and every single thing that He has created .

The Hand of God... (Ruth 1):

  1. Draws back His Wandering People . (Ruth 1:1-7)

    Judges 21:25 - In those days there was no king in Israel. Everyone did what was right in his own eyes.

    Revelation 2:4-5 - "But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent, and do the works you did at first."

  2. Reaches out to grab Hold of the Lost . (Ruth 1:8-18)

    Romans 10:9 - If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

  3. Directs the bitterest of paths towards His Sweetest Blessings . (Ruth 1:19-22)

    Romans 8:18 - For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

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Small Group Discussion
Read Ruth 1:1-22

  1. What was your big take-away from this passage / message?

  2. What is providence? How do you see God’s providential hand at work in the first chapter of Ruth? How do you see His providential hand at work in this world and your life?

  3. What is repentance and why is it so essential for living the Chrisian life? Why do many churches and professing Christians ignore the biblical call to repentance?

  4. How have you seen the Lord direct a bitter path towards His sweet blessings in your own life?

Breakout
What is the Lord calling you to repent of right now? What steps need to be taken to turn away from your sin and turn towards true change?

Pray that every member of your breakout group will humble themselves and walk in repentance.

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Jesus' Christmas Presence: A Savior - He Gives Forgiveness

Introduction:

A Savior: He Gives Forgiveness (Colossians 2:8-15):

    In Christ...

  1. I have been gifted with the Truth . (Col 2:8)

    Colossians 2:2-3 - To reach all the riches of full assurance of understanding and the knowledge of God’s mystery, which is Christ, in whom are hidden ALL the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

  2. I have been gifted with All That I Truly Need . (Col 2:9-10)
  3. I have been gifted with New and Everlasting Life . (Col 2:11-12)
  4. I have been gifted with Total Forgiven . (Col 2:13-14)
  5. I have been gifted with Victory Over My Spiritual Enemies . (Col 2:15)

    1 Peter 5:8-9 - Be sober minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith.

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Jesus' Christmas Presence: A Savior - He Gives Forgiveness
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Small Group Discussion
Read Colossians 2:8-15

  1. What was your big take-away from this passage / message?

  2. When it comes to this time of year, why is it so easy to slip into a state of forgetfulness regarding the true focus and meaning of Christmas?

  3. What does it mean to be “in Christ” and “complete in Him”? What blessings and gifts do we receive in Him?

  4. What specific errors and false teachings do we need to be on guard against right now? How can we prepare to stand against false teaching and “see to it that no one takes you captive”?

  5. How does the forgiveness of Christ change how you view your sin? How should it fuel your fight against sin?

Breakout
Pray for one another.

Missions: Get Moving!

Introduction:

Getting on Mission: What Should I Do If I Care? (Romans 15:22-33)

  1. I should joyfully Go to Serve Those in Need . (Rom 15:22-25)

    1 Corinthians 11:1 - Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.

  2. I should generously Give to Provide for Those in Need . (Rom 15:26-29)

    2 Corinthians 8:2-4 - For in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. For they gave according to their means, of their own accord, begging us earnestly for the favor of taking part in the relief of the saint.

    John 4:22 - "For salvation is from the Jews."

    2 Corinthians 9:7 - Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

    2 Corinthians 9:11-12 - You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God. For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God.

  3. I should passionately Pray for Fellow Ministers of Those in Need . (Rom 15:30-33)

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Missions: Get Intentional! - Missions: Get Moving!
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Small Group Discussion
Read Romans 15:22-33

  1. What was your big take-away from this passage / message?

  2. How is the Lord calling you to get up and go right now?
    How can we serve together as a small group?
    What are the next steps to make this happen?

  3. What holds people back from generously giving to the church, charitable organizations, and those in need?

  4. Read 2 Corinthians 9:7 - What does it look like to be a cheerful giver?
    Does this describe you?

  5. Who in particular is the Lord calling you to “strive together with in prayer” on a regular basis? E.g. a missionary, a pastor, a ministry leader, a fellow believer at work or at church.

Breakout
Pray for one another, for the leaders of our church, the members of our church, and the missionaries that we support.

Pray that we would seek to be a church that goes, gives, and prays.

Praying on Purpose - Praying for Justice

Introduction:

How Should I Respond to Injustice? (Psalm 58)

  1. I should recognize that Corruption is inevitable . (Ps 58:1-5)
  2. I should pray that God Will Act . (Ps 58:6-9)

    Matthew 5:44 - "But I say to you, “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you."

    Luke 23:34 - "Father, forgive them. For they do not know what they are doing."

    Acts 7:60 - "Lord, do not hold this sin against them."

  3. I should rejoice that God is the Righteous Judge . (Ps 58:10-11)

    Ezekiel 33:11 - "As I live declares the LORD GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live."

    Galatians 6:9 - "Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up."

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Praying on Purpose – Praying for Justice
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Small Group Discussion
Read Psalm 58

  1. What was your big take-away from this passage / message?

  2. As you reflect upon the Praying on Purpose series, how do you want your prayer life to change or improve moving forward?

  3. What is an imprecatory psalm? Should we pray imprecatory prayers today? If the answer is yes, how do we find a biblical balance between praying for justice and praying for grace?

  4. What is the difference between righteous anger and unrighteous anger? Which do you often display on a regular basis?

  5. Re-read Psalm 58:10-11 - Why should it encourage us to know that the Lord is a righteous judge as well as a righteous rewarder?

Breakout
Pray for one another!