17 Nov Discussion Guide: The Domino Effect: Connecting
Before We Get Started
For our discussion today, we will be using the sermon series discussion guides. If you would like to follow along you can access this discussion guide on the website at mosaicchurchaustin.com and then select “community group resources” in the menu options.
Prayer
Because the primary goal of our time together is to establish relationships and learn how to walk with one another in all that God has called us to be and do, we’d like to begin by praying for one another. So, does anyone have anything you’d like us to pray for or anything to share regarding how you’ve seen God moving in your life that we can celebrate together?
This Week’s Topic
The Domino Effect
Today’s Topic
Connecting
Discussion Questions
How long have you been attending Mosaic, and how did you first find the church?
The Value of Love
1 Peter 4:8
Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
Why do you think Peter elevated love as the primary virtue to pursue?
What does it mean to you personally to “love each other deeply”?
How has love covered a multitude of sins in your life or relationships?
The Value of Hospitality
1 Peter 4:9
Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling.
What are some ways we can offer hospitality to others in our private and public lives?
Why would Peter note that we should offer hospitality “without grumbling”? What is difficult or challenging about offering hospitality?
Can you share about a memorable time you received hospitality from someone?
The Value of Spiritual Gifts
1 Peter 4:10
Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.
What spiritual gifts do you feel God has given you?
How is our use of our spiritual gifts connected to stewarding God’s grace?
Is there a spiritual gift you would like to grow stronger in?
The Values of Words and Service
1 Peter 4:11
If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen
Why are the words we speak so important to God?
Why would Peter warn us to be sure to use God’s strength when we serve?
How can we help build a stranger community through our words and service?
Do you serve on a team at Mosaic? If you have, how has that experience impacted or shaped you?
Is there anything you feel God calling you to contribute to this group, Mosaic Church, or your broader Austin-area community?