Groups Discussion Guide
Read Scripture. Go Deeper. Ask Questions. Take Action.
Constructive Feedback
Scripture
24 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. 26 But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. 27 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash.”
Main Idea
Before God builds the church, he wants to build you. All of us are building are lives on something. The question is, "Are we building our lives on something that will last?"
Before we can elevate, we’ve got to excavate.
Discussion Questions
- Is there a consumer version of Christianity in your life that needs to be confronted? Do you pick out the parts of the Bible you want like a buffet?
- Pastor Justin said we can't elevate until we excavate. What is God asking you to excavate in your life so that you can begin to build?
- The two men building their houses, had to endure the same storm. But one of them prepared BEFORE the storm came. What ways can you be building a firm foundation for future storms?
- We won’t know what we’re really capable of if we never move beyond what we’re comfortable with. What is something you've convinced yourself you can't do simply because you haven't challenged your capacity?
Summary
God calls us to construct a solid faith on a firm foundation. We can do this by building beneath the surface to stay grounded. Before the storm even comes, practicing obedience will keep us protected when the winds blow and the rain pours. Stepping beyond what is comfortable to challenge our capacity will establish strength for what is possible. Overall, God is transforming our spirit to better prepare for what lies ahead.
Take Action
- Download the YouVersion Bible App on your phone
- Take stock of your spiritual habits and make a plan on how to sure up your foundation for future storms.
- Write down one thing that you had previously thought could be beyond your capacity.
Announcements
- This was our first week with new service times: 8:30a, 9:45a, and 11:15a. Invite someone to join you next week and don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone to attend the service time THEY prefer.
- Visioneering Night is October 27 at 6:00p. Register at vel.city/visioneering.
