The Love of Christ Controls

Pastor Jonathan Shradar preaches on 2 Corinthians 5:11-15. We are driven by the love of Christ.

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Questions to keep the conversation going:

Why is love so vital to our formation? How is Christ's the truest example of that?

What are the subtle ways we choose to live for self over Jesus, and how do we diagnose this in ourselves?

How does a committed community of believers help each other live for Christ?

What are the things you will finally give over to Jesus so you can fully live for his glory and purpose?

How has 2020 revealed more of your heart and more of Jesus' love?

Groaning with Good Courage

Pastor Jonathan Shradar preaches on 2 Corinthians 5:1-10. The anticipation of our future motivates the life of faith.

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Questions to keep the conversation going:

What are the usual, mundane things of life that motivate us? How is the resurrected life different and better than those things?

How might we examine our motives to ensure they are healthy and in light of Christ?

Does being with Jesus for eternity really sound appealing? Why or why not?

How does Jesus as judge interact with him as Savior, giver or grace? Can we reconcile the two?

What are practical things in your life that look different if you are living the life of faith?

Seeing Beyond This Moment

Pastor Jonathan Shradar preaches on 2 Corinthians 4:13-18. The eternal things of Jesus renew us in our present reality.

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Questions to keep the conversation going:

How do disruptions give us clarity in life? How does Jesus use them to refine us?

What are the areas of surrender in your life you are learning to give up during this pandemic?

How does the Holy Spirit work out this formation in you? What do you do to experience it?

How does the hope of glory (eternity with Jesus) bolster our lives now?

Pastor Jonathan Shradar preaches on 2 Corinthians 4:7-12. Weakness reveals the power of Jesus.

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Questions to keep the conversation going:

Why is weakness avoided in our current culture?

How does a Christian embrace of weakness stand out?

Why are we drawn to the "powerful?" And how can we ensure we direct our attention to Christ as the only truly powerful One?

How has Jesus been sustaining you these last two months? How can our community support you in the days ahead?