Weekly Liturgy :: Sermon Based :: Week of 3/21
Gather
How did you experience God this week (joys, struggles, breakthroughs)?
Scripture
How did the Holy Spirit speak to you through His Word this week? (We desire for God’s Word to always be on our minds, upon our lips, and deep in our hearts).
Sermon Discussion Questions
Matthew 5:1-10, Ephesians 2:14-17
What stood out to you in the sermon?
What do we reveal about the Gospel when we are peacemakers?
What is peacemaking, as opposed to peace-loving and peacekeeping?
Where do you see yourself avoiding, attacking, or appeasing instead of peacemaking?
What are some common misconceptions about peacemaking in our world?
Our world is hostile and inhospitable to the Kingdom of God. In what areas of the world do you see the need for God’s people to be peacemakers?
Being a peacemaker requires looking to God, confessing yours sins, seeking to restore others gently, and, as Billy suggested, sharing a meal with one another. What does this practically look like in your life?
What is the Holy Spirit saying to you in light of God’s Word?
Confession
Questions to engage either corporately or silently: What have you put in place of God or given your heart to this week? What sin do you need to repent of? What area are you not trusting your identity is in Christ? Encourage one another to turn to God and receive his forgiveness and grace. (Consider praying our Corporate Confession together)
Prayers
Spend a few minutes praying into the areas God has spoken to you about. Pray for one another and for the non-believers in your lives. (Consider praying through the Lord’s Prayer)
Sending
Where are you being sent this week to share Jesus through your actions and words?
