PREACHING AT RESERVOIR
The Coming Dawn
Pastor Jonathan Shradar preaches on Matthew 21:1-11. Jesus hears the cries of his people. Palm Sunday.
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Small group questions:
How does a humble King comfort you? Why doesn't he wage physical war?
Jesus is gentle and lowly, meaning he reaches you in the same way, caring and tender. Why is this appealing to you?
Thew crowd cries "save us" without really knowing what they are asking for. What is it we are asking for when we cry "save us?"
Who can you tell this week about the humble King and his coming dawn?
Unshakable King Unshakable Kingdom
Pastor Jonathan Shradar preaches Psalm 24. Look to Christ our King and find lasting hope.
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Small group questions:
What are the things taking up the most mental space for you during this pandemic?
How does the finished work of Christ, his ascending the hill for you, strengthen you as our lives and routine are put on hold?
How do we take confidence in the Kingdom of God over our own little kingdoms?
What are some of the ways you can love your neighbor during the pandemic? How does the King empower you for that?
Proven
Pastor Jonathan Shradar preaches on 2 Corinthians 3:1-6. The gospel is proven in the transformed followers of Christ.
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Small group questions:
Have you ever read a letter of recommendation someone wrote for you? How did it make you feel?
How can people be Paul’s letter of recommendation? Does this give us some clues as to the importance of community?
What does it mean to be given a new heart of flesh and how does the Spirit work internal transformation in us?
Why is the new covenant such good news to us? How would you articulate it to your neighbors?
Meditate on Hebrews 10:12-14 and Romans 8:1-4 . How does this truth shape how we live each day?