Table Talk | November 23-24

Kyle Patrick   -   November 25, 2024

Opening Prayer:

Begin by asking God to speak to each member of the group and prepare their hearts for discussion.

Key Takeaways:

  1. God’s nature is both sending and sent, and we are created in His image to reflect this.
  2. There are currently 4.2 billion people with no adequate opportunity to hear the gospel.
  3. Global missions involves planting churches, translating the Bible, and decreasing the number of unreached people groups.
  4. We are all called to be either “goers” or “senders” in fulfilling the Great Commission.

Discussion Questions:

  1. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why?
  2. Pastor Kyle mentioned that it’s in God’s nature to send. How does this impact your understanding of missions and our role as Christians?
  3. Reflect on the statistics shared about unreached people groups. How does this information challenge or motivate you?
  4. Discuss the difference between humanitarian efforts and global missions. Why is it important to address both physical and spiritual needs?
  5. Pastor Kyle mentioned the concept of “holding the rope” for missionaries. What are some practical ways we can support missionaries and global missions efforts?
  6. How does the idea of being either a “goer” or a “sender” resonate with you personally? Which role do you feel called to and why?
  7. What obstacles or fears might prevent someone from engaging in global missions? How can we overcome these?

Practical Applications:

  1. Prayer Focus: Place the rope (or use the phone wallpaper) in a visible location and commit to praying for missionaries daily this week.
  2. Local Engagement: Research and discuss opportunities to serve with local outreach partners mentioned in the sermon (e.g., Victor Valley Rescue Mission, Second Chance Food Bank).
  3. Global Awareness: Spend time this week learning about an unreached people group and share what you discover with the group next time.
  4. Financial Support: Prayerfully consider participating in HDC’s “GoFundKingdom” initiative or supporting a specific missionary.
  5. Missions Exploration: For those interested, reach out to Pastor Kyle about upcoming short-term trips or to explore long-term missionary opportunities.

Closing Prayer: Thank God for His heart for the nations and ask for guidance in how each group member can play a role in fulfilling the Great Commission.