Grow Group Questions - October 6, 2024

October 3, 2024 6:31 PM
Grow Group Questions - October 6, 2024

Announcement:

As we launch the new 10:00 service. If you know someone who isn’t yet serving, encourage them to consider getting involved and making an impact.

Icebreaker:
How did you try to bend the rules in your childhood home? Were there any that were unbending?

Sermon Discussion - Read Exodus 20:7-11
How does loving God with all your heart, soul, and mind change how you approach the commandments? 

Worship is described as “being impressed by God.” 

  • How can we ensure we are honoring God's name in our speech and actions?
  • How does our heart or approach to this command impact our worship?
    • What are some ways people might misuse God's name today, beyond swearing or cursing?
  • How can we ensure we are honoring God's name in our speech and actions? 
    • How does our heart or approach to this command impact our worship?

    Going Deeper: 

    • Israel’s workweek was a reflection of creation. In what ways can our modern workweek become a reflection of God’s rhythm of creation and rest?
    • How might this rhythm affect our spiritual, emotional, and physical health?
    • Why do you think God’s holiness is emphasized in the command to keep His name sacred and the Sabbath holy?
    • How does our treatment of God's name and His day reflect our reverence and love for Him?
    • How can dismissing the heart of the Sabbath (and gathering in worship) hurt our relationship and love of God?

    Next Steps:

    • What changes in your routine or attitude could help you better “remember” the Sabbath as a time for worship and rest?