These questions are connected to the message, “Jesus Reacts To ‘A Slap In The Face’ ” from Aug. 15, 2021. You can watch it here.
Dive In: This story is such a JOLTING picture of how polarizing Jesus was!
Read or listen to this passage (Luke 6:27-36) in an unfamiliar translation of the Bible (e.g. New Living Translation or The Message). What did this passage teach you about what God is like?
Read or listen to this passage (Luke 6:27-36) in an unfamiliar translation of the Bible (e.g. New Living Translation or The Message). What did this passage teach you about what God is like?
Reflect:
- What piqued your curiosity, challenged you, JOLTED you, encouraged you, or motivated you from the sermon?
- Think of your social and friendship circles. Do they only include those who can return your invitations and generosity? What is the “reciprocity factor” in your circles?
- Verse 36 says, “Be merciful as your Father (God) is merciful.” Is your image of God one of mercy? Discuss.