By Michael C. Mack 1. On a scale of 1-5 (1—not at all; 5—very much) how much would you enjoy working in the church nursery for a year? Explain your response.  Read Luke 18:15-17; Mark 10:16. 2. Why would Jesus’ disciples feel the need to be his gatekeepers? (See also Matthew 14:15 and 15:21-23 for […]

By Michael C. Mack 1. Who taught you how to pray? What did this person teach you, by words and by modeling? Read Luke 18:9-14. 2. What is your initial reaction to the Pharisee in the story? • I’d like to punch him in the nose! • I agree with him. He probably worked hard […]

By Michael C. Mack 1. Of all the ways God has blessed you in your life, for what are you most thankful? Read Luke 17:11-19. 2. What is the main point of this story? 3. How would you describe the faith of all 10 of these men before they were healed? 4. The lives of […]

By Michael C. Mack 1. In what area would you like God to grow your faith the most? Why? Read Luke 17:1-10. 2. What principles for growing in your faith do you find in this passage? • in the context of genuine community (“little ones” can refer not only to children but to those who […]

By Michael C. Mack 1. As a kid, did you ever run away or think about running away from home? Why? What happened? When did you come to your senses?  Read Luke 15:11-24.  2. This is a very familiar story to many Christians. Today try to take a fresh look at the passage and how […]