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Weekly Growth Guide

02.21.23 | Recommended Links | by Mike Moses | by Heather Reynolds

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    Week of March 17-22
    John 19:17-29
    Mike Moses



     
    1. How would you explain the meaning of the cross to a non-Christian friend?
     
    2. Read Jn. 19:17-18
    How does the story of the thief on the cross prove the doctrine of justification by faith alone?
    (Consider Luke 23:40-43, Romans 4:5; Galatians 2:16)
     
    3. Read Jn. 19:19-22
    The tri-lingual sign on Jesus’ cross prompts us to consider His global reign. Discuss how His worldwide impact is emphasized in the following texts:
    Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 2:4-11, Isaiah 60:1-14, Revelation 7:9.

     
    4. Read Jn. 19:19-22
    Christ cared for His mother as He cares for us: by providing relationships with other Christians for times of need. Discuss Christ’s instructions for caring relationships in Romans 12:9-13 and Hebrews 10:24-25.

      

    Pray for one another: That we would glory in the cross of Jesus and all that He accomplished for us there
     
    New City Catechism, #11:

    Q: What does God require in the sixth, seventh and eighth commandments?

    A:  Sixth, that we do not hurt, or hate, or be hostile to our neighbor, but be patient and peaceful, pursuing even our enemies with love. Seventh, that we abstain from sexual immorality and live purely and faithfully, whether in marriage or in single life, avoiding all impure actions, looks, words, thoughts, or desires, and whatever might lead to them. Eighth, that we do not take without permission that which belongs to someone else, nor withhold any good from someone we might benefit.

    "You shall not commit adultery, You shall not murder, You shall not steal, You shall not covet,” and any other commandment, are summed up in this word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” (Romans 13:9)

     *There will be no Growth Guide provided for next week. A Holy Week devotional will be available in the church lobby on Palm Sunday. We invite you to join us for Maundy Thursday prayer (11am-1pm), Good Friday communion service (Noon or 7pm), and Easter Sunday worship service (9 or 11am). 
     

    Please note: These weekly discussion questions are built on the Biblical/doctrinal foundation of the Sunday sermon at Harvest. Please be sure to listen attentively to the sermon ahead of your group meeting. If you are unable to hear the sermon live, you can access recordings at http://harvestdetroitwest.org/resources/sermons/