Jesus said a lot of stuff that didn’t sound very Christ-like. He always seemed to do it when lots of people were around, too. Did his naysayers misunderstand? Or maybe Jesus meant to be offensive? In this sermon series, we’ll discuss some of those unexpected and unsettling statements.

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“Jesus’ call to hate your parents” (Luke 14:25-27)
Sunday, August 7, 2011

Group Discussion Questions

Read Luke 14:25-27, and Luke 12:49-53. What differences stand out?
From Luke 12…why would Jesus’ message be so divisive?
Why did Jesus use the word hate? …

This summer we’re doing an overview of the book of James. Not a study, an overview… We’ll do the overview part on Sundays, and we’re hoping that you’ll do a verse-by-verse study on your own. Get started using online study tools now!

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Sunday, June 19, 2011 – “Legit”
Group discussion questions

What would you do if one of your siblings claimed to be God? What did James do? What does that show us?
List some of the challenges you might have if Jesus was your older brother?
James 1:24 …

“Places” by Glenn Arnold
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Group discussion questions:

Read Deuteronomy 1:26-34 and perhaps even further in the text. What were some of the Israelites complaints? What was the real central issue? What did their doubt cost them?
Come up with 5 examples in Scriptures where place is a major player in the story.
Do you believe that you are in the area (physical location) that best suits you? Why?
If you answered no to the last question, how might this area best suit God’s plans for you. Think …

Sunday, July 3, 2011
“Forgiveness” by Tommy Loud
LifeGroup Discussion Questions:

How has unforgiveness affected your life?
Can you share of a time when you have been set free through forgiveness?
What keeps you from forgiving those who hurt you?
Why is Jesus the great example of forgiveness?
Have you ever found yourself becoming bitter due to unforgiveness?
Why is forgiveness not a “natural” reaction when someone hurts us?
Why must forgiveness be an action and not an attitude or feeling?
Choosing to not forgive can be “dangerous.” Why?
Why is forgiveness not 50/50, but 100% you!
Why did Jesus teach …

Vineyard USA has five distinct core values that speak to “what it means to be Vineyard.” In this series, we will discuss Reconciling Community, Experiencing God, The Theology and Practice of the Kingdom of God, Compassionate Ministry, and Culturally Relevant Mission.