DISCUSSION GUIDE /9.24.23
OPTIONAL INTRODUCTION QUESTION(S)
Describe yourself in three words.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS -
10 On their return the apostles told him all that they had done. And he took them and withdrew apart to a town called Bethsaida. 11 When the crowds learned it, they followed him, and he welcomed them and spoke to them of the kingdom of God and cured those who had need of healing. 12 Now the day began to wear away, and the twelve came and said to him, “Send the crowd away to go into the surrounding villages and countryside to find lodging and get provisions, for we are here in a desolate place.” 13 But he said to them, “You give them something to eat.” They said, “We have no more than five loaves and two fish—unless we are to go and buy food for all these people.” 14 For there were about five thousand men. And he said to his disciples, “Have them sit down in groups of about fifty each.” 15 And they did so, and had them all sit down. 16 And taking the five loaves and the two fish, he looked up to heaven and said a blessing over them. Then he broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples to set before the crowd. 17 And they all ate and were satisfied. And what was left over was picked up, twelve baskets of broken pieces.
Luke 9:10-17
When is the last time you withdrew to be alone with Jesus? Describe that time.
What is your reaction to people who are in your life and are in need? Do you help them? Why or why not?
The disciples brought what they had to Jesus (five loaves and two fish). What are some things (skills, abilities, talents) that you see in the group of people around you that can be used for good?
How can we work together to bless our community and share the love of Jesus? (Be sure to share all of your ideas with pastor Dakota!)
Jesus continued to bless and provide until every need was satisfied. Do you believe He will still continue to work in that way here in our community? What will that look like? What are we believing for and praying for Jesus to do here?
How can we pray for you?