Table Talk | March 29-30

Published March 30, 2025

Key Takeaways:

  1. Blessing in God's kingdom is about being fully satisfied in Him, not just material success.
  2. We can approach God with confidence as our Father through Jesus Christ.
  3. Praying with precision means asking God to make a way and increase our love.
  4. We should expect and pray for God to strengthen us for holiness.
  5. Living with expectation of Christ's return shapes our present kingdom culture.

Discussion Questions:

  1. How does the biblical concept of blessing differ from how our culture typically views blessings? Share an example from your own life.
  2. Pastor Mike mentioned praying with conviction. How can we grow in our confidence to approach God as our Father? What barriers might hold us back?
  3. The sermon talked about praying for God to "make a way." What are some God-sized tasks or obstacles in your life right now where you need God to intervene?
  4. Why do you think we often neglect to pray for an increase in love or holiness? How might our lives look different if we regularly asked God for these things?
  5. How does the expectation of Christ's return impact how we live our daily lives? In what ways should it shape our priorities and decisions?
  6. Pastor Mike said, "Heaven is for God's children who are being made holy." How does this statement challenge or encourage you?

Practical Applications:

  1. This week, intentionally pray for God to increase and overflow your love for others. Keep a journal of how this impacts your interactions.
  2. Identify one area in your life where you need God to "make a way." Commit to praying specifically about this situation daily.
  3. Write down the ABC's of salvation (Admit, Believe, Choose) and practice sharing this simple explanation with someone this week.
  4. Set a daily reminder to pray for God's strength to live a holy life. Be specific about areas where you struggle and need His help.
  5. As a group, brainstorm ways your small group can reflect "kingdom culture" in your community. Choose one idea to implement together in the coming month.
  6. Memorize 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13 as a reminder of Paul's prayer for the Thessalonians and apply it to your own life.

Closing Prayer:

Close your group time by praying for each other's faith journey, for those in your oikos who don't yet know Jesus, and for opportunities to encourage others in their faith this week.