By Michael C. Mack Have worship services or group gatherings ever felt like an “inconvenience” to you? If so, when? Why do you think it felt that way? Read Amos 8:1-6, 9, 10. How is God’s judgment of Israel like a bowl of ripe fruit? What descriptions of his judgment did God give? Why did […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Which would you choose and why? • a night in a luxurious hotel • a meal in a five-star restaurant • a chance to sing or jam with your favorite singer/band • a lotion that makes you look 20 years younger Read Amos 6:4-8, 11-14. 2. What words would you […]
Where you Live—Questions and Activities for Small Groups for June 14, 2015 By Michael C. Mack Divide into two teams and play a game of charades. Put these phrases on slips of paper to be acted out: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly; “This Little Light of Mine”; “lions and tigers and bears”; “Rolling […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. True or false: The sins of churchgoing Christians are worse than the sins of unbelievers. Defend your answer. Read Amos 2:4-8. 2. Amos had announced judgment on the neighboring nations, but now he points at God’s people. Describe how you think they would have responded to the announcements of judgment […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Which of these love songs best communicates how you feel about loving fellow church members? Why? (a) “Love Stinks” (b) “What’s Love Got to Do with It?” (c) “Love Is a Many- Splendored Thing” (d) “All You Need Is Love” (e) “Love Takes Time” (f) “I Honestly Love You” (g) […]
