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Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of July 4, 2021 Sermon Information: In the Lord Philippians 4:1-9 Stand firm in the Lord. (v. 1) Agree in the Lord. (vv. 2-3) Rejoice in the Lord. (v. 4) Trust in the Lord. (vv. 5-7) Walk in the Lord. (vv. 8-9) Discussion Questions: 1) Do you tend to think of the Christian life as living for the Lord or living in the Lord? What is the difference between the...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of June 20, 2021 Sermon Information: Pressing on Toward the Goal Philippians 3:12-20 We must press on from our position in Christ. How do we do this? Stay humble, hungry, and faithful. Look at faithful followers, look out for enemies of the gospel, and look to our Savior. Discussion Questions: 1) When it comes to running the race of the Christian life, do...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of June 13, 2021 Sermon Information: Rejoicing in Knowing Christ Philippians 3:1-11 When it comes to pursuing joy, there are two options: We can place our confidence in ourselves. We can place our confidence in knowing Christ. Discussion Questions: 1) What are the most common ways that people in the church tend to put their confidence in themselves? What ar...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of June 6, 2021 Sermon Information: Model Servants Philippians 2:19-30 In Timothy and Epaphroditus, we see: Christlike Companionship Christlike Concern Christlike Courage Faithful followers of Jesus are a way for us to experience the joy of Jesus. We must be changed by Jesus in order to do the work of Jesus. Discussion Questions: 1. When you think of a ‘mod...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of May 30, 2021 Sermon Information: Shining As Lights Philippians 2:12-18 God’s grace empowers believers to work out their salvation for His glory and for their joy. Process Power Purpose Product Discussion Questions: 1. What is the difference between ‘working for your salvation’ and ‘working out your salvation’? What can you do to keep the proper mindset (...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of May 23, 2021 Sermon Information: The Mind of Christ Philippians 2:1-11 The call for unity. The need for humility. The example of Christ. Discussion Questions: In you experience, what are the issues or situations that have brought disunity in a church? Read Ephesians 4:1-6. Compare this passage with Philippians 1:27-2:4. What do these passages teach us ab...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of May 9, 2021 Sermon Information: To Live is Christ, to Die is Gain Philippians 1:12-26 When the gospel is the center of your life, obstacles become opportunities. Places become mission fields. People become partners in the gospel or those in need of the gospel. Life is for enjoying God and making Him known. Death only increases our joy as we dwell with Go...

Sermon Information: Rejoicing in Prayer Philippians 1:1-11 Let’s pray with the affection of Christ for FirstSF to be sanctified in Christ. The Affection of Christ We are partners in the gospel. We have a common need of God’s grace. Sanctified in Christ Pray for growing love. Pray for Christlike character. Discussion Questions: How often do you think of Christ’s affection for you? How often do you...

Sermon Information: The True Vine John 15:1-11 We only receive spiritual life through our union with Christ. We only bear fruit because of our union with Christ. What is fruit? The external result of an inward reality. How is fruit produced? Abiding in Christ through the Word, prayer, and obedience. Pruning by God. Discussion Questions: What misconceptions have you had about living the Christian l...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of April 11, 2021 Sermon Information: The Way, The Truth, and The Life John 14:1-14 What words of comfort does Jesus offer his disciples? He tells them of a place. He reveals the path. He promises power. Discussion Questions: Pastor Ben mentioned how a child’s dad coming home could be both “good news” or “bad news” for the child. Can you think of another ph...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of March 28, 2021 Sermon Information: The Good Shepherd John 10:11-30 The Character of the Good Shepherd Sacrificial love The Activity of the Good Shepherd He pursues He protects The Call to the Sheep Hear His voice and follow Him Discussion Questions: This is a week where focus on the sacrificial love of Jesus. What is something you can specifically do to...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of March 21, 2021 Sermon Information: The Door John 10:1-10 It is only through Jesus that we can experience salvation. Jesus offers eternal life and abundant life. Following others will only end in death and destruction. Discussion Questions: What do you think it was like to grow up with Jesus as a big brother? Do you think it is significant that Jesus’ own...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of March 14, 2021 Sermon Information: The Light of the World John 8:12-30 The Claim of Jesus The Call to the World The Contention from the Pharisees The Consequences of Unbelief The Cross of Christ The Converts to the Light Discussion Questions: When you think of Jesus as the “light of the world,” what is the first thought that comes to your mind? Does know...

Sermon Discussion Questions For the Week of March 7, 2021 Sermon Information: The Bread of Life John 6:25-35 What was Jesus teaching about Himself? He is the true and greater Moses. He is the true and greater manna. He alone is the sustenance we need. He alone is the satisfaction we desire. Why did many grumble at this teaching? They focused on the sign rather than what it pointed to. They focused...