Grow Group Questions – January 7, 2024
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Icebreaker:
When you are discouraged, what type of music do you listen to and why?
Sermon Discussion – Acts 16:16-28
- What is your initial reaction to the concept that “the chief end of people is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever?”
- How does this align or differ from your previous understanding of life’s purpose?
- Steve mentioned the various ways the word “glorify” is used, such as magnification, reflection, and brightness.
- How can these concepts be applied to our lives as we seek to glorify God?
- (Podcast question) Pastor David said we give direct and indirect glory to God. What are examples of both? Why is it important to give “direct” glory to God?”
- Finding identity in anything other than worshiping God may lead to missing the real point of existence. How does your identity as a “Worshipper”:
- Change your expectations and critiques of Sunday morning services?
- Change how you respond to good and bad circumstances in life?
Going Deeper
- Reflect on a time in your life when you faced challenges or unfair circumstances. How did you respond, and how might Paul and Silas’s response to adversity being worship – inspire or challenge your own reactions?
- How can the concept of glorifying God be practically applied in your everyday activities, relationships, and decisions?
- In the podcast, our worshiping in song on a given Sunday morning was equated with us receiving a little slice of heaven here on earth. Do you agree or disagree with that statement? Why or why not
Prayer:
Spend time praying for a heart that KNOWS their purpose is to glorify God.
Reminder for Next week:. Read Matthew chapter 4