Listen, God Speaks! (Study Guide)
Sermon Study Guide for September 3, 2023
Scripture: John 14:25-27
1. Jesus’ “Last Words”
Romans 12:12 - rejoice in hope
14:25 - “while I am still with you”
1 John 4:8 - God is love
2. Listening to God
John 10 - my sheep listen
life within us - 14:26 (“comforter”)
3. How We Hear
…through the Word (“God-breathed”)
logos
rhema
Philippians 4:19
…circumstances
Psalm 19:1-3
…others
Two cautions…
Questions to Discuss or Ponder:
- Have you ever experienced “last words” from someone? What did they share with you?
- If you had to offer “last words” to those close to you, what would they be?
- How is listening a sign of love for others? for God?
- What does it mean to worship in “spirit and truth”? Why are both pieces necessary and important?
- Why is the Holy Spirit called a “comforter”? How have you experienced the comforting presence of God?
- What does being in a relationship have to do with hearing someone, including God?
- In what way(s) has God spoken to you through the Scriptures this week? through circumstances? through others?
- How might God use you this week to be the voice of God for someone?
Scripture for the Week:
Monday - 1 John 4:7-21
Tuesday - John 10:1-21
Wednesday - John 4:1-26
Thursday - Philippians 4:10-20
Friday - Psalm 19
Saturday - Luke 24:13-35
In response to this Scripture, how will you live?
Prayer Prompt: Pray for an opportunity to be used to speak God’s word to someone this week.
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