UN*RELIGIOUS – FOLLOWER > (IS GREATER THAN) FAN
Welcome to a New LifeGroup Session!
Before we jump into our study, let’s take a moment to remember that there are THREE things we want to see happen every time our LifeGroups gather:
– Movement towards Each Other
– Movement towards God
– Movement towards our Community
Our questions follow this same format. All of the questions are designed towards movement. We hope you enjoy your time together in your LifeGroup.
**Remember, our goal is to deepen our relationship with Jesus and each other. Use the questions that are help and skip the rest.
CURRENT SERIES: UN*RELIGIOUS – undoing religion in your life
Religion has always been man’s attempt to get to God. Jesus came so that, through him, we would have a personal relationship with God. Religion has some good virtues. However, religion can give a false sense of security for what we do for God instead of who we are because of what Christ has done for us.
Last Week:
How are you experiencing transformation in your own personal life?
Two Weeks Ago:
As you start this New Year, what is one way you can grow deeper in your relationship with God?
Key Verse:
“So Jesus said to the twelve, “Do you want to go away as well?”” John 6:67
Movement Towards Each Other (know the people in your group)
If you had to choose one sporting event to watch, what would it be?
Movement Towards God (grow in your relationship with God)
Do you or someone you know cheer for a professional team?
How do you know that they like that team?
How did you/that person become a follower of that team?
Do you know someone who says they like a team, but only when the team is doing well?
What is the difference between a fan and a follower?
Read John 6:1-15
Why were people following Jesus?
What was the benefit of being around Jesus?
Do you think people were more interested in what Jesus could do for them (circumstance) than what Jesus would to them (life change)?
How do you see that same type of follower of Jesus today?
Read John 6:25-27; 35-40
What were they seeking from Jesus?
What did Jesus say was most important?
Read John 6:60-66
What happened when the people understood what Jesus was truly offering, eternal life?
What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus?
What does it mean to be a fan of Jesus?
Why is it so important we understand the difference?
Read John 6:67-69
How would you answer that question from Jesus?
What does following Jesus look like in your life?
How does following Jesus cause us to look different to the world around us?
Movement Towards Community (they see the change in you)
Are there areas in your life that you don’t want Jesus to see? Who in your life needs to see you following Jesus?
Checking In Each Time We Meet:
SPIRITUAL GOAL
NAME OF PLUS ONE
PRAYER REQUESTS