By Michael C. Mack 1. Why do you think people so often and so easily go along with the crowd? Read Romans 12:1, 2; 13:8-10. 2. As you study both of these passages together, what bearing does having a right relationship with God have on a Christian’s relationships with others? 3. What is the proper […]
Where You Live for August 21, 2016—Questions and Activities for Small Groups
By Michael C. Mack 1. Do you like to garden? What are your favorite things to plant? What is difficult to grow? Read Romans 11:11-24. 2. How is God’s plan throughout history revealed in this passage? 3. What opportunities and hope exist for the Jews? for Gentiles? What warnings should each group consider? 4. The […]
Where You Live for August 14, 2016—Questions and Activities for Small Groups
By Michael Mack 1. Who is the most famous or interesting person in your family tree? Read Romans 9:6-18. 2. After several chapters of good news, Paul responded to a tough question: Why have many of the Jews, God’s chosen people of the old covenant, missed out on that good news and rejected Jesus as […]
Where You Live for August 7, 2016—Questions and Activities for Small Groups
By Michael Mack 1. Who would you want on your side if you were in a fight? (Choose: physical battle, sickness, emotional or relational struggle, financial issue, or other.) Read Romans 8:28-39. 2. What promises from God can you identify in this passage? What conditions are there on these promises? 3. What do you learn […]
Where You Live for July 31, 2016—Questions and Activities for Small Groups
By Michael Mack 1. What event has marked the biggest change of direction in your life? Read Romans 6:1-4, 12-14, 17-23. 2. In your own words, how would you answer Paul’s question: Can Christians keep sinning since that would amplify God’s forgiveness and grace? 3. Examine all the differences between what we used to be […]