Family history - we all have it, both good and bad. How do we take only the good stuff and leave the rest behind? How do we make sure that we don't repeat the sins that our parents and grandparents made? Let's explore what it means to become the filter that removes our familial impurities.

small group questions

1. Reflect on the statement "Just because it happened to you doesn't mean it must happen through you."
2. Can you (carefully) describe an area where you need to clearly identify a problem and position against?
3. In what way does Jesus work in your life to strengthen your filter?  Are you accepting His leading?
4. How much time is left on the expiration date of your filter?  Are you tired?  Fresh?

Hello table talk friends. May we please offer our sincere apologies for the podcast this week. pastor nathan and pastor shawn recorded a meaningful table talk episode for your listening enjoyment, but unfortunately our computer didn't cooperate and the recording was ruined. in its place, you will find the recording of pastor nathan's sermon from easter sunday. please listen and answer the questions accordingly with your small groups. we'll be back in action next week!

small group questions

1. What has been your experience with the "what if" of the promises of the Christian faith?
2. Describe one step you can take to enter deeper into the resurrection of Jesus Christ so that you can have your conscience cleansed.
3. Can you describe what happened to you after your "new birth into a living hope"?  How are you different now than you were before?
4. Death loses its sting because your life has eternal value.  What Kingdom contribution of your life are you most proud of right now?

What does a win look like to you? Maybe it's nicer material possessions, greater wealth, or getting to play the role of the hero. Jesus' triumphal entry was unlike any other. He is the Son of God, yet he humbled himself to become the servant of all. Let's redefine our wins through the lens of humility and sacrifice.
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small group questions

1. What might your Roman Triumph look like?  Are there places where you wish to throw yourself a parade in order to be celebrated?
2. If someone who lives outside of the Lordship of Christ were to look at your life, how long would it take them to be "confused"?
3. Where do you need a "Triumph of Humility"?
4. Where do you need a "Triumph of Sacrifice"?

How can God's perfect will be fulfilled in an imperfect world? How can his Kingdom come through us who are sinners in need of forgiveness? His grace is sufficient to overcome our failures, and his will reaches far beyond our good and bad decisions. God invites us to be a part of his redemptive plan for this world.

small group questions

1. One side says, "it doesn't matter how dysfunctional you are, God can use you".  The other side says, "God can only use you when you are pure and righteous".  Both sides are extreme and miss the point.  Where do you fall on the performance spectrum?
   
   
2. Share a time when the groans of a fallen creation echoed through God's call on your life.
   
   
3. Are you more likely to patiently wait for God's prompting to move or actively move by God's dynamic instruction?  In other words, sit and pray or go and pray?
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4. What is one thing you can do to better participate in the inevitable accomplishment of God's will for creation?