Sermon Enhancement:
The Cup of the Mighty 10.05.2025
Opening Prayer
Key Takeaways:
1. The importance of pursuing God with reckless abandon, like the three mighty men who risked their lives for David's cup of water.
2. The need for the Holy Spirit's power to live a victorious Christian life.
3. The ultimate goal is to glorify Jesus, not ourselves.
Discussion Questions:
1. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why?
2. The pastor talked about "breaking through garrisons" to pursue God. What are some "garrisons" or obstacles in your life that hinder your pursuit of God?
3. How does the story of the three mighty men getting water for David inspire you in your walk with God?
4. The sermon emphasized that the Holy Spirit's role is to glorify Jesus. How does this change or affirm your understanding of the Holy Spirit's work?
5. What does it mean to you personally to "pursue the cup" in your Christian life?
6. The pastor mentioned that not everyone will "get it" or fully pursue God. How can we encourage each other to stay committed in our pursuit of Jesus?
7. How does the concept of being "nameless" for the sake of glorifying God challenge our culture's emphasis on self-promotion?
Practical Applications:
1. Bible Reading Challenge: Commit to reading the Bible daily this week, focusing on application rather than just head knowledge.
2. Prayer Focus: Spend time each day this week specifically listening for God's voice through prayer and Scripture reading.
3. Holy Spirit Awareness: Throughout the week, consciously rely on the Holy Spirit's power in your daily challenges, and journal about the results.
4. Garrison-Breaking: Identify one "garrison" in your life that's hindering your pursuit of God. Make a plan to overcome it this week.
5. Glorify Jesus: Look for opportunities each day to point others to Jesus rather than drawing attention to yourself.
Closing Prayer:
Thank God for His pursuit of us and ask for His help in pursuing Him wholeheartedly, relying on the Holy Spirit's power to break through any obstacles.
The Cup of the Mighty 10.05.2025
Opening Prayer
Key Takeaways:
1. The importance of pursuing God with reckless abandon, like the three mighty men who risked their lives for David's cup of water.
2. The need for the Holy Spirit's power to live a victorious Christian life.
3. The ultimate goal is to glorify Jesus, not ourselves.
Discussion Questions:
1. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why?
2. The pastor talked about "breaking through garrisons" to pursue God. What are some "garrisons" or obstacles in your life that hinder your pursuit of God?
3. How does the story of the three mighty men getting water for David inspire you in your walk with God?
4. The sermon emphasized that the Holy Spirit's role is to glorify Jesus. How does this change or affirm your understanding of the Holy Spirit's work?
5. What does it mean to you personally to "pursue the cup" in your Christian life?
6. The pastor mentioned that not everyone will "get it" or fully pursue God. How can we encourage each other to stay committed in our pursuit of Jesus?
7. How does the concept of being "nameless" for the sake of glorifying God challenge our culture's emphasis on self-promotion?
Practical Applications:
1. Bible Reading Challenge: Commit to reading the Bible daily this week, focusing on application rather than just head knowledge.
2. Prayer Focus: Spend time each day this week specifically listening for God's voice through prayer and Scripture reading.
3. Holy Spirit Awareness: Throughout the week, consciously rely on the Holy Spirit's power in your daily challenges, and journal about the results.
4. Garrison-Breaking: Identify one "garrison" in your life that's hindering your pursuit of God. Make a plan to overcome it this week.
5. Glorify Jesus: Look for opportunities each day to point others to Jesus rather than drawing attention to yourself.
Closing Prayer:
Thank God for His pursuit of us and ask for His help in pursuing Him wholeheartedly, relying on the Holy Spirit's power to break through any obstacles.