Discussion Questions 2 Sept 2023

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These questions are here to stimulate dialogue about today’s topic – feel free to skip around or discuss items not listed here.

  1. Do you have a favorite Bible character? What aspects of their story or character resonate with you?
  2. The sermon suggests that understanding Jesus through the lens of the cross can change our perception of Him. How does viewing Jesus in this way affect your understanding of the story of the Canaanite woman?
  3. The sermon addresses the challenge of God’s silence in the face of suffering. Have you ever experienced a period of silence from God during a difficult time? How did you handle it, and what did you learn from the experience?
  4. How do you think the disciples would have felt after witnessing Jesus’ interaction with the Canaanite woman? What lessons do you think they learned from this encounter?
  5. The sermon emphasizes the importance of leaning on God’s people during times of suffering. Have you ever received support and comfort from fellow believers during a difficult period in your life? How did it impact you?
  6. When it comes to navigating the word of God, which passages or teachings have challenged or offended you? How do you approach these difficult aspects of scripture?
  7. In what ways can we strengthen our faith and determination to pursue Jesus, even in the face of silence, rejection, or offense?

Thank you for coming today and contributing to our discussion.

by: Jinha Kim

"But those who drink the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life." John 4:14