Module #1 in The Pursuit is an introduction to God and the Bible, focusing on the heart of God for people. Here's how to disciple through it.
Talking Points:
- Lesson #1 lays out the three truths for a pursuit of God: God is for you and pursuing him can change your life, but you have to commit to doing it with your whole heart. John 10:10, Jeremiah 29:13
- Lesson #2 outlines three reasons to trust the Bible, addressing historical, textual, and personal proofs. It ends with a simple challenge: if you’re willing to come to God on his terms and take him at his word, then Jesus promises you’ll discover the truth. John 7:16-17
- Lesson #3 explains the foundational concept of “Imago Dei” – that we’re all created in the image of God. This provides the basis for human rights and gives everyone a purpose in life: to love God, others, and ourselves. Genesis 1:26, Matthew 22:37-39
Discussion Questions:
- Read Matthew 8:2-3. Why is it significant that Jesus touched the leper? Have you ever felt cast aside or unworthy of God’s love?
- Read Mark 2:17. Based on this verse, what type of person is Jesus after? Why do you think that is?
- Read Jeremiah 29:13. What do you think it means to look “wholeheartedly” for God?
- Which of the three evidences for the Bible’s reliability is most compelling to you, and why?
- Read John 7:16-17. Why do you think “doing the will of God” is a prerequisite for discerning whether Christ’s teachings are true?
- Why is it important to have a framework for where you get your value and purpose? How do you see our culture wrestling with these ideas today?
- Read Matthew 22:37-39. What does it look like to love the way Jesus describes in this passage?
- Which of the three topics in this module are you most interested in talking about as a mentor? Why?
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