August 17 - Money Matters

2 Corinthians 8:9-14, 9:6-7

Chapter Reflection:

  • What is the “good news” from this passage?

  • How does this passage inform how I view and praise Jesus?

  • Has the Holy Spirit revealed to me an area of repentance I need to pursue?

Discussion:

  • What was most challenging to you from today’s message?

  • In what new way do you sense God is calling you to view/use your money?

  • How can we help one another embody the truths we have heard and considered this week?

Resources:

  • Jesus’ teaching on money from BibleProject..

  • 7 Things Jesus Said About Money article.

  • The Treasure Principle – a quick but meaningful read on becoming a joyful giver.

  • MoneyWise – A 6-session small group study on RightNow Media, to help you become a better steward. (To sign up for a FREE RightNow Media account, text “npberean” to 49775.)

Dan Smith
August 10 - Jesus... The Source of Life

John 15:1-17

Chapter Reflection:

  • What is the “good news” in this chapter?

  • How does this passage inform how I view and praise Jesus?

  • Has the Holy Spirit revealed to me an area of repentance I need to pursue?

Discussion:

  • What was most meaningful from the reading?

  • How can we embody the truths we have read and considered this week?

  • Who can I tell about his Jesus is changing me through engaging the gospel of John?

Resources:

  • Gospel of John (ch.13-21) overview video:

  • Use this song as a meditation and prayer, as you learn to abide.

  • The Bible Project App (Bible reading resource with helpful videos/resources for each chapter):

  • Pause App” – a practical tool to help you practice abiding.

  • Simple Bible study method.

  • Lectio365 App” – Daily guided devotionals with reflection and prayer.

Dan Smith
August 3 - Jesus... The Universal Answer

John 8:12-38

Chapter Reflection:

  • What is the “good news” in this chapter?

  • How does this passage inform how I view and praise Jesus?

  • Has the Holy Spirit revealed to me an area of repentance I need to pursue?

Discussion:

  • What was most meaningful from the reading?

  • How can we embody the truths we have read and considered this week?

  • Who can I tell about his Jesus is changing me through engaging the gospel of John?

Resources:

  • Gospel of John overview video.

  • Simple Bible study method.

  • the Bible Project App (in the Bible reading they have helpful videos/resources for that chapter).

  • “GotQuestions” article about John 7:53-8:11.

  • “Desiring God” sermon on John 7:53-8:11.

  • Lesson on textual criticism, focusing on John 7:53-8:11.

Dan Smith
July 27 - Jesus... God Incarnate

John 1:1-18

Chapter Reflection:

  • What is the “good news” in this chapter?

  • How does this passage inform how I view and praise Jesus?

  • Has the Holy Spirit revealed to me an area of repentance I need to pursue?

Discussion:

  • What was most meaningful from the reading?

  • How can we embody the truths we have read and considered this week?

  • Who can I tell about his Jesus is changing me through engaging the gospel of John?

Resources:

Dan Smith