Apr 14
21

GCG Questions for Sermon on 4/20/2014

Text: Matt 27

Sermon Notes: emmauscf.org/sermons

1. Why is the resurrection central to the Christian faith? Be sure to answer in multiple ways.

2. What is the primary theme of Matthew’s gospel? What is Matthew ultimate message through his gospel?

3. What Easter traditions do you have? How do you remember Christ during this Holy day? Share.

4. Is your hope fully in the life and kingdom to come? Or do you feel you have lost some perspective and might be overly focused on temporal things? Share.

5. What did Christ ultimately accomplish on the cross. Note: Christ accomplished more than one thing on the cross. Discuss.

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Apr 14
14

GCG Questions for Sermon on 04/13/14

Text: Matt 21:1-11

Sermon notes: emmauscf.org/sermons

1. What is the overarching biblical message of “Passover”? Explain in detail, both the Old Testament practice and Christ’s fulfillment in the New Testament.

2. How do you acknowledge and observe Holy Week each year? Share with one another ways to engage oneself and/or ones family during this special and symbolic week.

3. What is the primary purpose and message of the Bible? State in one sentence and discuss.

4. What does “the kingdom inaugurated but not yet consummated” mean and how does it apply to the church? Explain.

5. How are you doing with your struggle with pride? Are you acting in a state of humility as Christ has called us to? Share and pray.

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Apr 14
7

GCG Questions for Sermon on 04/06/14

Bible Text: Matt 4:12-17

Sermon Notes: emmauscf.org/sermons

1. How are Matthew and John different in their presentation of Christ? What is the primary goal of each book and why are they different?

2. Why was it so significant that Christ did many of His Miracles in Capernaum? Explain and support.

3. How are you doing in your personal Bible Study? Share with your group.

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Mar 14
31

GCG Questions for Sermon on 03/30/14

Sermon Text: Misc

Link to Sermon Notes: emmauscf.org/sermons

1. Have you been through, or are you going through, the membership process at Emmaus? How was your experience? What did you like and what would you change?

2. What are the biblical requirements for being received as a member of the church? See sermon notes, support with scripture, and discuss.

3. Imagine you are a believer seeking a new church. What particular things would make you feel comfortable and received when coming into a new church? List specifics (I.e. Greeted by leadership, welcome to visitors in announcements, new visitor handouts, etc.)

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Mar 14
30

Household Worship Guide – 03/30/14

Prayer

“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.”

Address God and Praise Him for Who He Is (Matthew 6:11)

  • The Names of God: El Elohe Yisrael
  • Meaning: “God, the God Most High”
  • Genesis 33:20; Exodus 5:1; Psalm 68:8; Psalm 106:48

Thank God for All That He Has Provided (Ephesians 5:20)

“Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”

Pray For the Ministry of Other Churches (Matt. 28:18-20)

Pray For the Gospel to Spread Among All Peoples (Matt. 9:37-38)

  • Country: Roomania
  • Population: 21,791,000
  • Religion: Orthodox 87{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}, Evangelical 5{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}, Villages with no evangelical Church 9,500
  • Click here for information about Romania and the missionaries in that country.

“Give us this day our daily bread”

Pray For Yours and Your Family’s Needs (Matthew 6:11)

Pray For One Another (James 5:16)

  • Log into the CITY for a list of families to pray for.

Pray For Those Who Feed, Lead, And Care For The Flock (Col. 4:3; 2 Thess. 3:1)

  • Elders: Joe Anady, Steve Bovee, Kris Vanderschuit
  • Deacons: Dave Anady, Mike Thezier

Pray For Kings And Those In Authority (1 Timothy 2:2)

  • Local: Hemet & San Jacinto Mayor – Larry Smith, Mark Bartel
  • State: Governor – Jerry Brown
  • Nation: Speaker of the House & Majority Leader – John Boehner, Harry Reid

“Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.”

Ask Forgiveness From God And Others. Forgive Those Who Sinned Against You. (1 John 1:9)

“lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.”

Pray That God Would Strengthen Us From Giving Into Temptation (James 1:12-17).

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Worship through Song

Sunday Worship Set 

All the songs are linked to iTunes or you can listen to them for free on other sites.

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Preparing for the Lord’s Day

Our Sermon Text for This Sunday: NA

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Catechism – Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standards WSC #13

  • Q. Did our first parents remain as they were created?
  • A. Left to the freedom of their own wills, our first parents sinned against God and fell from their original condition.

Memory Verse(s)

  • “For as by a man came death, by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ shall all be made alive” (1 Corinthians 15:21-22, ESV).

Scripture

  • Study Passage: Genesis 3
  • Support Passages: Genesis 6:5-8; Psalm 89:46-48; Ecclesiastes 7:20-29; John 6:43-44; Romans 1:24-25; I Corinthians 15:21-22; Ephesians 2:1-3; James 1:13-15; Revelation 21:4
  • Bible Story: Genesis 3

Thoughts

  • The story of creation and the fall proves that the heart of man is completely depraved and utterly dependent upon the grace of God in order to please God.
  • Adam and Eve as record in Genesis were created without sin. They lacked a sin nature unlike you and I. Even though they lacked a sin nature their hearts were still eager to turn from their Creature and peruse the passions of self.
  • The story of Adam and Eve proves that the heart of man even when created without sin is completely depraved and can do nothing that pleases God.

Discussion Questions

  • Adam and Eve were created perfect with no sin in their lives. They were told they could do anything except eat the fruit of one tree. Given enough time what happed?
  • What does this tell us about man’s heart and our ability to obey God?
  • Can mankind on their own obey God? Explain
  • What tactic did the serpent use to tempt Eve into eating the fruit (Gen 3:1-5)?
  • Was their evil before the Adam and Eve (Gen 3:5)?
  • Adam and Eve thought God was holding things back from them, particularly the “knowledge of good and evil.” Was God keeping something from man? Explain.
  • What were the various ways Eve was tempted (Gen 3:6)? Explain
  • Are you tempted to sin in the same type of ways?
  • God knew Adam and Eve ate of the tree but He still asked them if they did. Why did God ask them?
  • When confronted about their sin. Adam blamed Eve and Eve blamed the serpent. Instead of blaming others for our sins what should we do? Explain.

 

 

 

 

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Mar 14
24

GCG Questions for Sermon on 03/23/14

Bible Text: Psalm 51

1. When you sin, have you learned to repent and run to God? Or do you struggle with shame and hiding from God as Adam and Eve did? Share and explain.

2. In the case of David, one sin leads to a series of other sins, as he attempted to cover his sins rather than repent and confess. Have you seen this progression in your life? Why do we often try to cover our sins rather than confess and repent?

3. According to Psalm 51, what are the appropriate biblical steps to proper repentance? Discuss. See sermon notes at emmauscf.org/sermons

4. Have you recently reflected on what Christ has truly done for us on the cross? Or have you grown slack in daily confessing, repenting, and trusting? Share.

5. What is the most profound thing you learn in Psalm 51 when looking at David’s repentance? Why? Share.

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Mar 14
17

GCG Questions for Sermon on 03/16/14

1. Are you currently content in all your circumstances? Do you envy the wicked at times? Why? Share with your group.

2. Why is it that the righteous are the ones who are ultimately blessed. In other words, why is it ultimately better to do good rather than bad? Explain and support with scripture.

3. What does it mean to live in light of eternity? How does one practically do this?

4. “Delight yourself in The Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart”. How have you seen this verse to be true in your life?

5. Remember to pray for one another this week.

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Mar 14
10

GCG Questions for Sermon on Psalm 42

1. What specific thing does this psalm teach you about God? (For example, look for signs of His character, His attributes, His works, His promises.) Share.

2. How could you use Psalm 42 to minister to a Christian who is experiencing a difficult time? What specific aspects about Psalm 42 should you emphasize? Support and share.

3. Why is it often so difficult to be honest with God in times of difficulty? Or, if it is not difficult for you, why do you think it is difficult for others? Share with your group.

4. How can one “seek God’s face” in times of trouble. I am sure most of us have heard this phase, but what does it mean practically? share and support.

5. What is one area in your life that you could improve in trusting God more with? (finances, family, status, purpose, health) How can your group pray for you this week? Remember: on our own we will fail, but in Christ and through the church, we can succeed.

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