Community Group Questions: October 12th-18th
Luke 23:44-49
44 It was now about the sixth hour, and there was darkness over the whole land until the ninth hour, 45 while the sun's light failed. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two. 46 Then Jesus, calling out with a loud voice, said, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!” And having said this he breathed his last. 47 Now when the centurion saw what had taken place, he praised God, saying, “Certainly this man was innocent!” 48 And all the crowds that had assembled for this spectacle, when they saw what had taken place, returned home beating their breasts. 49 And all his acquaintances and the women who had followed him from Galilee stood at a distance watching these things.
Key Takeaways:
- Jesus' death on the cross was a supernatural event, marked by darkness over the land and the tearing of the temple curtain.
- Christ's sacrifice provides us direct access to God, ending the need for temple sacrifices and mediators.
- Jesus willingly gave up His life, demonstrating complete trust in God's plan.
- The cross should shape our identity as a church and as individual believers.
Discussion Questions:
- What struck you most about the description of Jesus' death in Luke 23:44-49? Why?
- The sermon mentioned two signs accompanying Jesus' death: darkness and the tearing of the temple curtain. What do you think these signs symbolize and why are they significant?
- Why do you think that the centurion responds the way he does in 23:47? What does that tell us about him?
Why do you think that the crowds respond with mourning in 23:48? What can we learn from this? - The sermon outlined three characteristics of Cross Fellowship Church: a fellowship of grace, humility, and righteous disciple-makers. Which of these resonates most with you and why?
- Reflect on areas in your life where you might be relying on your own efforts rather than God's grace. Write down/share one way you can surrender that area to God this week.
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