Colossians 3:1-17 (NIV)

Grow:

• For a deeper understanding of the book of Colossians, watch this video.

• What does setting your hearts and minds on things above practically look like in everyday life? Reflect and journal your thoughts.•  What does setting your hearts and minds on things above practically look like in everyday life? Reflect and journal your thoughts.

Share:

• What’s one next step the Lord is asking you to take in living out the reality that “Christ is your life?”

• Why is forgiveness so essential for community? (v.13) Who needs your forgiveness as you embrace the Lord’s forgiveness for you?

Connect:

• Why is community crucial as we remember who we are, turn from who we were, and allow our relationships to be shaped by and focused on Christ? How or where have you seen this play out?

• We are called to “put to death” and “rid ourselves” of specific sins. What attitude, habit, desire, or behavior is God asking you to actively put to death? How can we support one another in doing this?

• Explore James 1:1-18 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Psalm 63, 67, 24, 27, 16, 49, 11, 95

Grow:

• For a helpful guide to engage Psalms further, check out this resource.

• Use one of the Psalms reviewed today as a guide to direct your prayer time this week.

Share:

• The Psalms were Israel’s “hymn book” of praises to God. Who can your favorite hymn or worship song with this week?

• Now that the series is done, how will you continue to engage the Psalms in praise and worship?

Connect:

• Share a word or phrase from today’s Psalms that stood out to you. Why was it meaningful?

• How has your understanding of the book of Psalms changed through this series? Which of the Psalms was most impactful on you personally? Why?

• Explore Colossians 3:1-17 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Psalm 95

Grow:

• Watch this video to learn more about the King above all gods (v.3).

• As you listen to this song, reflect on the truths of Psalm 95.

• Which spiritual habits turn your heart towards God? (scripture, prayer, worship, community, gratitude, etc). What role do these practices play in your life right now? What needs to change?

Share:

• What competes for your worship or affection? How can remembering God’s greatness reorder your priorities?

• How does humility before God demonstrate that we are his people (c.6-7)? How can this change the way we approach others this week?

Connect:

• The Psalm repeatedly says, “come” and “let us.” What does this teach us about worship being both intentional and communal? How can we prioritize this together?

• How do we “go astray” in our hearts (v.10)? Where do we resist God’s leadership, question his goodness, or delay obedience? Share openly and pray for one another.

• Explore Psalm 130 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Psalm 49

Grow:

• To maintain a right view on the book of Psalms as a whole, check out this helpful resource.

• As you listen to this song, reflect on the truths of Psalm 49.

• Psalm 49 affirms that relationship with God is the only investment that lasts forevere. How will you more intentionally invest in your relationship with God and others this week?

Share:

• How can we enjoy God’s blessings without allowing them to become the source of our identity or security?

• How can we best encourage others to pursue eternal life over temporary investments?

Connect:

• Are you more tempted to fall into fearful intimidation or impressed admiration of wealth and success? How does this Psalm help to counter both temptations?

• How does the way you spend your time, attention, and money demonstrate where you put your trust? Why does that matter?

• Explore Psalm 95 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.