Buhler MB Church

Romans 1:1-7 For Further Study 1. Paul clearly declares who he is in vs. 1 of Romans 1. How would you answer this question: “Who are you?” 2. How do you respond to the truth that God knows who we are completely (even better than we know ourselves) and He still loves us unconditionally? 3. Talk about the FRUITS OF OBEDIENT DISCIPLESHIP. How do these impact our Mission and Vision?

For Further Study Since groups took a break in July, take some time to catch up with each other. Discuss any questions, issues or ideas that came up during the “Life is a Stage” series – Marriage, Parenting, Career, Retirement, End of Life. Feel free to also talk about anything that came up during our Summer 2nd Hour. Review the “Jesus is” statements from the message. Which one(s) is most difficul...

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

Psalm 46 For Further Study What are some of our biggest fears these days? What does it mean that God is our refuge/fortress? Strength? Ever-present help? Why is it difficult to live free from fear? How can we take refuge in God?

For Further Study Do we regularly feel inadequate to bring (introduce) people to Jesus? If so, why? What stands out regarding any of the suggested tips to bring others to Jesus? Easiest? Hardest? How can we encourage each other to bring others to Jesus?

For Further Study Why did people bring others to Jesus? What stands out in these accounts? Can people meet (encounter, put their faith in) Jesus without someone “introducing” or bringing them to Him? What keeps us from bringing people to Jesus?

Psalm 31:19; 34:8; 100:5; 107:1; 145:8-10 Nahum 1:7; Mark 10:17-18 For Further Study What do you think it means that God is “good”? Do we have a tendency to minimize the good things of God when “bad” things happen? Why is it important to understand that God is always good, in all circumstances? How has God shown His goodness to you this week?

Numbers 13: 1-33; Numbers 14: 1-10; Joshua 3: 1-17 For Further Study 1, What is one of the hardest "transition" seasons you have walked through? 2, What "transition" season are you most afraid of? 3, What "impossible" challenges have you faced? 4, What "impossible" challenges would you go back and face, or would like to face?

Numbers 13: 1-33; Numbers 14: 1-10; Joshua 3: 1-17 For Further Study 1, What is one of the hardest "transition" seasons you have walked through? 2, What "transition" season are you most afraid of? 3, What "impossible" challenges have you faced? 4, What "impossible" challenges would you go back and face, or would like to face?

Psalm 40 For Further Study Can you think of times in your life when you were in a "pit" and had to wait on the Lord? What did you learn from that experience? How might trust and obedience be connected? Why is it important to share with others what God has done– not just keep it to ourselves? Is it difficult to keep asking God for rescue or deliverance?

John 1:1-5; Philippians 2:9-11; Luke 23:32-43 For Further Study What are some of the key aspects we believe about Jesus? Are you ever tempted to put the emphasis of your salvation experience on "me" or "I" instead of on Jesus? How can we get this in right perspective? Discuss the differences between knowing about Jesus and really knowing Him. What are some ways you have found to foster a vibrant r...

John 3:16-18; Romans 3:21-26; Titus 3:4-8 For Further Study Does is seem important to have some understanding of a doctrine of salvation? What does "being saved" mean to you? Are you familiar with the terms regeneration, justification, redemption? What do they have to do with soteriology?

John 3:16-18; Romans 3:21-26; Titus 3:4-8 For Further Study Does is seem important to have some understanding of a doctrine of salvation? What does "being saved" mean to you? Are you familiar with the terms regeneration, justification, redemption? What do they have to do with soteriology?

Leviticus 17:11; 1 John 1:5 – 2:2, 4:7-12; Hebrews 10:11-18 For Further Study Are you familiar with the term "atonement"? What do (or did) you think it meant? Does it seem important to have some understanding of what Christ accomplished on the cross? Is it difficult to see God as having wrath?

Romans 5: 12-14; Isaiah 53; Psalm 22 For Further Study Does it seem strange to have a “theology” or “doctrine” of sin? Why or why not? How would you describe sin? How would you describe its effects? What do you think it means that God is “holy?” Is it hard to believe that God will “never leave us or forsake us?”

Colossians 2:13-15

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

Matthew 21:1-11; Zechariah 9:9-13 For Further Study What is your general sense or feeling about kings? (positive or negative) Is it important in our walk with Jesus to understand and acknowledge that He is King? Why or why not? What are some ways that Jesus is different from other kings? What can we learn about servant leadership from Jesus’ example as King?

Psalm 37 For Further Study Why do we get worked up when we see “wicked” people successful, prosperous or powerful? What does Psalm 37 indicate will happen to the wicked? How does God view the wicked? Contrast that with His view of the righteous. What are we to do instead of fretting? Which of these are more difficult for you?