Community Group Study Notes
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Share a Rose, Bud, and Thorn from the week. (something good, something you are looking forward to, and something not good)
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Have someone in your group give a brief recap of Sunday’s message, highlighting the primary Scripture points and the main idea of the message.
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How did this message strengthen and/or correct your previous ideas about God’s covenant with Israel and God’s grace? Was there anything you heard for the first time or that caught your attention, challenged, or confused you? Did you learn anything new about God or yourself this week?
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The message describes the Mosaic Covenant as conditional, unlike God’s covenant with Abraham. How does understanding the difference between these covenants shape our view of God's faithfulness and our response to Him?
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In Exodus 19:5-6, God calls Israel to be a “kingdom of priests and a holy nation.” What does this mean for us today as followers of Christ? (Read 1 Peter 2:9)
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The message calls us to “live holy because of God’s grace.” What are some areas in your life where you struggle to live in holiness, and how can God’s grace help you grow in this?
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The Israelites often failed to fulfill their role as witnesses to the One True God. In what ways do we, as the Church, sometimes fall short of being a witness to the world? How can we intentionally reflect God’s heart for redemption in our everyday relationships?
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What action step do you need to take in response to this week’s message? How can your group hold you accountable to this step?
Action Step
Commit to the “5 in 25” Challenge - Ask God to place five specific people on your heart whom you can intentionally invest in spiritually in 2025. Pray for them regularly, look for opportunities to show Christ’s love through your actions, and be prepared to share the gospel as God opens doors.
Pursue Holiness Through Daily Surrender – Make a commitment to “show up” for God’s transforming work in your life. Commit to setting aside time each day this week to be in God’s presence through Scripture and prayer, allowing the Holy Spirit to shape your character and align your life with His holiness. As you read and pray, journal what God is teaching you. Identify one area where God is calling you to greater obedience and take a practical step toward growth.
