Sermon -- Questions
Date: October 9, 2022 (33)
Title: Compassion
Text: Luke 7:44
We can often get so caught up in our own lives that we miss and overlook the needs of those around us. God’s heart, though, is for the poor and the needy, and He wants to show people majesty and mercy in the midst of misery. Will we follow Jesus’ example of love and compassion, and care for the people around us?
https://youtu.be/CQgfudxUYBQ?t=2906
General – Time allotment: 10-15 minutes for one or two of these questions.
● Go around and share a highlight and a low light since you last met.
● What stood out to you in the sermon?
● What was one thing in the sermon that was challenging?
● What was one thing in the sermon that was encouraging?
● What do you want to be different this week in your life?
Sermon Specific
1) This week’s message focused on the question that Jesus asked Simon: “Do you see this woman?” The meaning of this question has to do with compassion. What comes to mind when you think of the word “compassion”? Is compassion something that our culture values and prioritizes?
2) Phil said, “It can be so easy to stop seeing people.” Or in other words, to stop being there for people who are hurting and in need. Is this something that you notice yourself doing? Why do you think we overlook people in need?
3) Phil said that God shows “Majesty and mercy in the midst of misery”. God’s heart is one of mercy and compassion towards people who are poor and lowly. Is there a time in your life where God has shown you majesty and mercy in the midst of your own misery? What did that look like?
4) In Jesus, we see what true compassion and love looks like, and Jesus tells us to go and be his reflection of love in the world. What are some ways that we can show compassion to people this week? What are some things we could do in order for us to better see people in their pain and need?
