Blog

MUSIC & SCRIPTURE

Hosanna (Mark 11:9-10) – Savior King by Hillsong

Always (Psalm 121:1-2) – Here For You by Kristian Stanfill (Passion)

Unstoppable God (Matthew 17:20) – Wake up the Wonder by Elevation Worship

With Us (Psalm 46:10-11a) – God Is Able by Hillsong Worship

Be Thou My Vision (2 Corinthians 3:17-18) – Cathedral by Heartsong

In Christ Alone (Galatians 2:20) – Let The Future Begin by Kristian Stanfill (Passion)

TEACHING: The Patriarchs, Part 4 – Abraham’s Faith

Our view of eternity guides our life of uncertainty. Faith in Christ requires us to live counter-culturally. If you do not feel the pull of the cultural current against you, then you’re simply drifting along with the world.

CLICK HERE FOR THE SERMON AUDIO & VIDEO

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS

1. What was one thing you found particularly interesting, insightful, helpful or difficult to understand from this sermon?
2. Read and discuss Hebrews 11:8-16. What do you note about Abraham and his faith? In what ways should our lives parallel Abraham’s?
3. What does it mean to walk by faith? What is one significant step of faith you’ve taken?
4. “We don’t know where we are going, but God does.” Do you find this mainly comforting or frightening?
5. Why is it so difficult to be “in but not of” this world?
6. Do you feel like a pilgrim and a stranger in this world? Why or why not? How does faith play into this?
7. How does our view of eternity guide us through the uncertain times in life?
8. How does the gospel instruct us in balancing life in this world with yearning for the next?
9. Spend some time in prayer for the things you’ve discussed.