Life Apps

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Life Apps

Red Cross

September 23, 2012 — 1239

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Scott Parker

Small Groups Questions – Red Cross 1. When you think of the word “servant”, who besides Jesus comes to mind? Why? 2. Have you ever received an act of service that was difficult to accept? Explain.

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3. Take turns reading aloud from Mark 10:35–45. What do you think was the driving force behind the question of James and John? What view of the kingdom of God are they clinging to?

“Then God said, ‘Let us make human beings in our image, to be like us.’” Genesis 1:26a (NLT)

4. What cup and baptism is Jesus talking about in verse 39? 5. Why were the other disciples indignant? Was their attitude any different than that of James and John?

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to God’s _______________________________________ 6. What underlying principle does Jesus teach here? How is He a model for that principle?

“Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. Cheerfully share your home with those who need a meal or a place to stay.” 1 Peter 4:8–9 (NLT)

7. When is it most difficult for you to serve another human being? 8. Have someone read 1 Peter 4:8–11. According to Peter, how are God’s grace and your service related? 9. According to these verses, what motivates our service to others?

“God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another . . . Then everything you do will bring glory to God through Jesus Christ. All glory and power to him forever and ever! Amen.” 1 Peter 4:10–11b (NLT)

10. What are some ways that you could live a life of service every single day? 11. How do you personally need to be challenged in the area of service? How can your small group help you in this area? 12. If you could serve others in any way, how would you do it? Pray for each other that it may be so, then go out and do it.