Sermon From 1st Service ;)
As we approach the crucifixion, Jesus is giving comfort amidst coming hardship, revealing a deeper connection with the Father and to peace despite future scattering. All this echoes the story of Lazarus, where Jesus' power over death foreshadows His ultimate sacrifice for humanity.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: Comfort Comfort: Plainly Overcome
When are times when you’ve felt scattered in the world? When are times when you’ve caused others to feel scattered?
Read John 16:25-17:6. Jesus says that He speaks plainly and to take heart that He’s overcome the world. Describe some times when Jesus was scattered. How does Jesus overcome those times?
What does it mean that Jesus overcame the world for you?
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What Had happened at Grace this week.
Our Almighty God is the most awesome being in the universe.
The name of God deserves respect and reverence.
The Sabbath was given as a gift – a day of rest, worship and re-creation.
We are to use it to hear God’s Word, celebrate God’s goodness and be restored for the week ahead.
Availability Is what we are talking about this week.
In your relationships with one another, have the same attitude as Christ Jesus, who was God but did not strive to hold onto that divine reality to give himself notoriety. Rather, He stopped and made himself available to serve.
Board games, laughter, and cookies? Ditch the screens and join us for a family game night packed with fun and delicious snacks! Unplug and reconnect - game night awaits!
When Jesus saw those who were like sheep without a shepherd. He had compassion on them -- but not just compassion; He also took action.