GCG Questions for Sermon on 07/07/13

  1. Why does Christ instruct us to pray for God’s honor before we pray for our needs and the needs of others? What effect does this have upon the heart of the believer?
  2. What sorts of practical things should we be praying for? Do you find yourself praying for the “big stuff”, the “small stuff”, or both? What is Christ’s instruction in this regard?
  3. How often do you pray? How often ought you to pray?
  4. What does prayer effect? Does it accomplish anything in time and space, or does it simply change the heart of the one praying? How do we reconcile the effectiveness of prayer with the biblical teaching concerning the sovereignty of God?
  5. Does God care more about our physical needs (daily bread) or our spiritual needs (forgive us, lead us, deliver us)?
  6. Have you memorized the Lord’s Prayer?
  7. When and where do you plan to spend time in daily prayer?
  8. How can your brothers and sisters in Christ pray for you?

Gospel Community Group Questions for Sermon on 06/30/13

1. What does it mean to “honor” God with your prayers? Give an example.
2. How is God “glorified” in us praying? Is your prayer life bringing glory to God? Share.
3. Do you desire for God’s kingdom to come, or do you have an unhealthy attachment to worldly things? Share.
4. How does one pursue God’s will? What are the different forms of God’s will? Support with scripture.
5. What areas of your life are in need of prayer? Share with your group and keep each other accountable in prayer.


Resources For Family Devotions

As you all know, each week I post the catechism question and answer, memory verse, thoughts, and discussion questions. I thought it would be beneficial to share with you some of the resources I have been using as they may be beneficial for you and your family.

Training Hearts, Teaching Minds by Starr Meade is written in a form intended to be used for family devotions. It focuses on one catechism each week, Monday through Saturday.  For each day of the week the author provides short commentary about the catechism question and answer along with scripture readings. The book can be found here: Training Hearts, Teaching Minds

Another resource that has been useful in my study of the catechism is The Westminster Shorter Catechism: for Study Classes by G.I Williamson. This text differs than that of Training Hearts, Teaching Minds in that this book is set up for more a study rather than a quick daily devotion. While it provides more teaching on the catechism it is not too weighty. His writing is very concise and provides about three to four pages of writing for two to three catechism questions. This book would be great for adults to increase their understanding of the catechism and various doctrines. It would also be a great tool for parents and older children to work through together as each section provides discussion questions. Westminster Shorter Catechism: For Study Classes

A couple important things to note: these two resources contain an abundance of correct biblical theology but since they are written by man they are subject to error. While, I recommended these two resources we must always read these types of texts with discernment to ensure that they are in-line with the truths of scripture.

It is also important to note that the leadership of Emmaus Christian Fellowship holds to the view of believer’s baptism as opposed to infant baptism as found in the Westminster Shorter Catechism and in these two texts.

May the Lord bless your time in family worship as you seek to train up your children in the Lord!


Gospel Community Group Questions for Sermon on 06/23/13

1. What is the significance of approaching God as Heavenly Father in prayer?
2. Scripture clearly teaches that God is loving, intimate, and gentle to His children. Do you ever struggle with viewing God this way? Why or why not.
3. What scriptures supports the view of God as loving Father? Share and support.
4. How has your prayer life been this last week? Share with your group.
5. What have you done in your life to increase the quality and consistency of your prayer life? Share with one another.


Gospel Community Group Questions for Sermon on 06/16/13

1. On a scale of 1-10, where is your prayer life? Share.
2. Why is prayer such an essential part of the Christian faith? Explain.
3. How would you explain to a new believer the answer to the question “how do I pray?” Support with scripture.
4. What is the purpose of prayer? Support with scripture.
5. Pray for one another, that we would pray for one another, on a regular basis.


Gospel Community Group Questions for Sermon on 06/09/13

Bible text: Romans 8:29-30, et. al.

1. What is the covenant of Redemption? Discuss and share. Support with scripture.
2. What is the covenant of Works? Discuss and share. Support with scripture.
3. What is the covenant of Grace? Discuss and share. Support with scripture.
4. What is the covenant of Common Grace? Discuss and share. Support with scripture.
5. Are you currently growing in your faith? How are you doing with your spiritual disciplines? Share with your group.


Gospel Commuity Group Questions for Sermon on 06/02/13

1. Is your life reflecting the biblical teachings on unity? With friends? Co-workers? In your family? Share.
2. What changes could you make in your life to bring about more unity?
3. Are you currently exercising your spiritual gifts on a regular basis? Share and help each other identify each others spiritual giftedness.
4. Do you currently desire and regularly engaging in the listening to and study of scripture? Share.
5. Do you have any unconfessed sin that you would be willing to confess to your group this week? Share and pray.


Gospel Community Group Questions for Sermon on 05/26/13

1. How do you feel about the move to diamond valley middle school?
2. What are the pros (and cons) of the move? Can you see why the move is in the best interest of the Church?
3. How have you grown over the last 2 years as a believer? Share details with your group.
4. Is your heart and mind prepared for the next chapter of Emmaus Christian Fellowship? Share.
5. Have you ever considered leading a GCG? Pray about it.



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that we may present everyone mature in Christ."
(Colossians 1:28, ESV)

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