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20241201 Prayers in the Waiting Room (1 Thess 3.9-13)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Prayers in the Waiting Room Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Know K1 What did you feel God say to you through today’s message? Grow G1 Read verse 6-11. What can you deduce about the relationship Paul had with the Thessalonians from this passage? G2 The Thessalonian church was a fledgling church undergoing persecution. What strikes you about Paul’s prayers. Specifically, what did he NOT pray for that you might have prayed for it you were Paul? G3 As Paul was writing from Corinth to the Thessalonian church, what emotions might Paul have been experiencing? How do you feel this impacted his prayers? G4 Dan highlighted three “Prayers in the Waiting Room”. The first was “Lord Jesus, clear the way”. As you waiting in silence, what did God bring to mind as you prayed this prayer? G5 The second prayer was “Lord Jesus, make love increase and overflow”. Even if the situation doesn’t change, pray this prayer over those involved. Do you think there is a connection between the first prayer and this prayer? If so, what might that be? G6 The third prayer was “Lord Jesus strengthen hearts”. Dan said that the opposite of a strong heart is a hard heart. How might God be using “the forge” to strengthen your heart. Imagine that your heart is in his forge. To make your hard heart strong, he must first make it soft, pliable and malleable. Give him the permission to do this. Show S1 Carry these “Prayers in the waiting room” with you during this week. Pray them as God works in you and through you in the forge.

20241124 God's Resting Face is Grace and Peace (Rev 1.4-8)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: God’s resting face of grace and peace. Scripture: Revelation 1.4b-8 Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today Grow G1 A resting face is the expression on your face when it is at rest. What is your resting face (if you don’t know, ask a friend!) G2 What based on Revelation 1:4 what could we imagine to be God’s resting face? G3 How do we see the Trinity represented in verse 4b and 5a? What is the significance of the 3 titles given to Christ in this verse? How can they encourage us? G4 How do we see Christ relating to us in verse 5b and 6 – think of what Christ has done in the past, in the present and what he will do in the future. G5 This passage begins and ends with referring to God as he “who is, and who was, and who is to come”. Why is this significant and what does the bookending tell us, particularly in the context of the readers of Revelation undergoing persecution? Show S1 Imagine “Grace and Peace” being spoken from God over you (v4) and “Glory and Power” being spoken by you to God (v6). Imagine this exchange taking place. You could even pray it as a breath prayer: “Grace + peace” (as you breathe in), “Glory + Power” (as you breathe out).

20241117 Perfect but not complete (Hebrews 10.11-25)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Perfect but not complete Scripture: Hebrews 10.11-25 (focus on verse 14) Know What did God say to you through the service / message today Grow 1. How does the author contrast the Old Testament priests' work with Christ's sacrifice in verses 11-14? What key differences are highlighted? 2. Verse 14 states that "by one sacrifice he has made perfect forever those who are being made holy." What does it mean to be "made perfect forever"? How does this relate to our ongoing sanctification? 3. According to verses 15-18, what are the key aspects of the new covenant that Christ's sacrifice established? How do these differ from the old covenant? 4. Verses 19-22 encourage believers to "draw near to God." What reasons does the author give for why we can approach God confidently? How should this affect our prayer life and relationship with God? 5. In verses 23-25, what three exhortations does the author give to believers? How can we practically apply these in our lives and church communities today? 6. Reflecting on verse 14, how does the assurance that Christ has "made perfect forever those who are being made holy" impact how we view our struggles with sin and our spiritual growth? How can we balance recognizing our perfected status in Christ with the ongoing process of sanctification? Show S1 Read Hebrews 10:11-25. Memorize Hebrews 10:14 and allow God to transform you through its words.

20241110 Victim is hero in Jesus’ eyes (Mark 12.38-44)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Victim becomes hero in Jesus’ eyes Scripture: Mark 12:38-44 Discussion Questions Know K1 How did God speak to you today through the message, the short interview with Hazel or the worship time? Grow G1 Why does Jesus warn people about the scribes? What specific behaviors does he criticize them for? G2 How did the scribes' role as experts in Mosaic Law and religious teachers influence their response to Jesus' teachings, particularly His emphasis on love for God and neighbour as being more important than ritualistic observances? G3 How does Jesus contrast the giving of the rich people with that of the poor widow? What principle about giving does this illustrate? G4 What do you think motivated the poor widow to give "all she had to live on"? What does this reveal about her faith and priorities? G5 How does the widow's offering in verses 41-44 exemplify the kind of wholehearted love for God that Jesus described as the greatest commandment earlier in the chapter? G6 Compare the widows whose houses are "devoured" by the scribes (v.40) with the widow who gives her last coins. How does Jesus view each of these situations? What does this teach us about how God sees generosity and exploitation? Show S1 How can we live out the spirit of Mark 12:38-44 without it becoming a legalistic requirement?

20241103 Love God and others - debate resolved (Mark 12.28-34)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Love God and others: debate resolved. Scripture: Mark 12:28-34 Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today Grow G1 Why do you think Jesus combined the Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4-5) with Leviticus 19:18 in His response about the greatest commandment? How are these two commands related? G2 Jesus says to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength. What do you think each of these aspects represents? How can we practically love God in each of these ways? G3 The scribe affirms that loving God and neighbor is "much more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices" (Mark 12:33). How does this statement reflect a shift in understanding from external religious observance to internal heart transformation? G4 How does loving your neighbor "as yourself" (Leviticus 19:18) differ from simply being kind or doing good deeds? What challenges does this standard present in our daily lives? G5 The Shema begins with "Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one" (Deuteronomy 6:4). How does this foundational statement about God's nature inform our understanding of what it means to love Him completely? G6 Imagine that the teacher of the law in Mark 12:28-34 is, in fact, Joseph of Arimathea (Mark 15:43). What can we learn from the way “the kingdom” is used in both cases? What is the progression we see? Show S1 What verse or thought can you hunker down with Jesus this week? If you are not sure, try “I abide in you. You abide in me”. Try connecting it with your breathing in and out.

20241027 What kind of life are you living? (Mark 10.46-52)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow Speaker: Rev Nate HuffThe Passage: Mark 10.46-52The One Thing: What kind of life are you living?

20241020 Will the real Jesus please stand up (Mark 10.35-45)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Mark 10.34-45 The One Thing: Will the real Jesus please stand up? Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today Grow G1 What do you make of James and John’s request in verse 35? What do you think motivated them to ask this of Jesus? G2 Think of Jesus’ words: you will drink the cup (of suffering according to Mk 14:32) and be baptized (into familial conflict according to Lk 12:52-53). Why do you think Jesus told them this would happen? Would you rather know or not know if bad things were coming your way? G3 What can you do to compare your Jesus with the Biblical Jesus? How can you know if “your Jesus” resembles the Jesus of the Bible or not? What will you do about it? G4 Jesus asked James and John (v36) the same question he asked Bartimaeus (v51). Why did he give Bartimaeus what he asked but not James and John? What was different about the two requests? G5 What about those who are ignorant of Jesus? They’re not actively selfish (like James and John), they’re just young in the faith, or naïve. Will Jesus answer their misguided prayers if they are sincere? Show S1 Jesus asks you “What do you want me to do for you?”. Guided by Mark 10:35-45, what do you ask of him?

20241013 First we leave then we receive (Mark 10.28-31)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Mark 10.17-31 (28-31) The One Thing: First we leave then we receive Discussion Questions Know K1 What are you thankful for this thanksgiving? Grow G1 What did God say to you through the testimony of Enya and Jane or through any of the aspects of the service today? G2 Jesus promises that those who have left things behind for his sake will receive "a hundred times as much in this present age." What do you think this means practically? How have you experienced this in your own life? G3 Why do you think Jesus includes "persecutions" in the list of things his followers will receive? How does this challenge our expectations of the Christian life? G4 Jesus concludes by saying "many who are first will be last, and the last first." How does this statement relate to the rest of the passage? What implications does it have for how we view status and position in God's kingdom? G5 Compare the lists in verse 29-30. Are there any differences. Why do you think this is? Which item on the list would be hardest for you to leave? G6 Leaving doesn’t always mean going overseas on “mission”. What is God calling you to leave (home, country, job, relationship, way of thinking?) so that you can receive from him? Show S1 Is there anything you’re unwilling to release or let go of? Give it to him today. Ask him for the strength and the faith. Questions creative by Dan in conjunction with perplexity.ai

20241006 Divorce, Children & Discernment (Mark 10.1-16)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Mark 10:1-16 The One Thing: Divorce, Children & Discernment Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to through the message today (or the service in general)? Grow G1 Have you been impacted by divorce (either personally or someone you know)? How did you get through this season in your life? G2 In what ways does Jesus' reference to "hardness of heart" (Mark 10:5) help us understand the allowance of divorce in Mosaic law? Discuss its implications for modern relationships. G3 How can the church support individuals affected by divorce while upholding Jesus’ teachings on marriage? Discuss practical ways to provide care and guidance. G4 What is the significance of Mark sandwiching Jesus’ teaching on divorce between 4 accounts involving children? Do you think this was intentional or not? G5 Reflect on Scot McKnight’s 7 step method of discernment regarding Jesus’ difficult teaching in Mark 10 / Matthew 5. https://churchsource.com/blogs/ministry-resources/path-discernment-local-church-thoughts-scot-mcknight. Do you find this rubric helpful? Can you think of ways it might be abused / misused? Show S1 Consider how understanding God's unconditional forgiveness and love might help individuals move past feelings of guilt and embrace a renewed sense of hope and purpose in their lives Questions creative by Dan in conjunction with perplexity.ai

20240929 Prayer, confession and healing (James 5.13-19)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: James 5:13-20 The One Thing: Prayer, confession and healing Know K1 How did God speak to you through today’s sermon? Grow G1 Why do you think James emphasizes prayer so strongly in this passage, mentioning it seven times? How does this reflect the importance of prayer in a believer's life? G2 Many believers have prayed fervently for healing or confessed their sins, yet haven't seen the results James seems to promise in verses 15-16. How do we reconcile this passage with experiences where prayers seem to go unanswered or healing doesn't occur? How might this affect our faith, and how can we maintain trust in God's goodness and power in light of these experiences? G3 James instructs believers to pray when suffering and sing praises when cheerful (v.13). How can maintaining this practice help balance our emotional and spiritual life during different seasons? G4 What is the significance of calling the elders to pray over the sick (v.14-15)? How does this demonstrate the role of community in a believer's spiritual journey? G5 James states that "the prayer of a righteous person has great power" (v.16). How does this statement challenge our view of prayer and its effectiveness? Show S1 How does James connect the act of confession with the process of healing in this passage, and what might this suggest about the relationship between spiritual and physical well-being? Consider the implications of verse 16, which states, "Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed.". Consider: oThe potential link between unconfessed sin and physical ailments o The role of community in both spiritual and physical healing
o The holistic view of health presented in the passage, encompassing both spiritual and physical aspects
o The importance of vulnerability and transparency in the healing process
o The possible psychological and physiological benefits of confession and unburdening oneself
 
Questions created by Dan in conjunction with perplexity.ai