Facing Resistance

Jonathan Shradar preaches on Luke 4:1-13. We can be equipped to face the resistance of life in Christ.

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You think about it:

What does it mean for you to yield to the Spirit in your life? Do you feel like the Spirit really helps you in the face of temptation?

Why does Jesus answer temptation with Scripture? How does Scripture help us say no to unhealthy and unwise things and turn instead to the way of Jesus?

How can we increase our pursuit of the Word in community?

How can brothers and sisters in the church help you stay steady against the waves of temptation?

You secure in Jesus. How does this motivate living now?

What Then Should We Do?

Jonathan Shradar preaches on Luke 3:1-22. Christians live for others because Jesus lived and died for us.

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Think about it…

We live in a culture that rather not label things or talk about sin. Why is it important for us to recognize the ways we reject God and his way?

Why are we usually inclined away from living for others? How do we shift how we prioritize self over others?

Why is it vital to preach the good news to include the woe of sin and need?

Forgiveness is the forgotten quotient in our day. How does forgiveness move us into the best life?

Jesus enters into your need through baptism. Do you struggle to believe the welcome of the Father, approval, is yours in Christ? How can you remedy that?

Growing Up

Jonathan Shradar preaches on Luke 2:39-52. Jesus is human so we can be too.

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Think about it:

Why is it a comfort that Jesus is fully human?

What are the things that hold us back from experiencing the fullness of life we have in Jesus?

How does the grace of Christ empower you to live "fully human?"

What can you do to engage or disciple everyone who makes up the church?

The Regular

Jonathan Shradar preaches on Luke 2:1-38. Jesus works his good in and through regular events and regular people.

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Think about it…

Why is the lowly arrival of Jesus meaningful and important? What does it say about who Jesus is for?

Shepherds had no business being visited by Angels, they were outcasts. Who are the people in our day that we would be surprised Jesus goes after?

If Jesus works through regular events how should we face our daily routine?

If these regular people can make Jesus known, what are the ways we can do so in our day?