What were the most helpful words that someone spoke to you at a time when you were grieving, suffering or struggling with something? (Job 19:23)
In what ways does your congregation provide welcome refuge for those who are afraid, seeking strength or are in need of guidance and direction? (Psa 17:1)
How does the promised return of Christ and the gift of salvation influence or inspire your daily life and interactions with people? (2 Thess 2:1)
What’s your first reaction or response when someone is looking for simple answers in the face of life’s complexities and the diversity of human circumstances? (Luke 20:27)
This week’s Reflect & Connect questions written by Rod Boriack.
How to Use these Questions
These questions are intended to stimulate conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the coming week. They are designed to be accessible to individuals and groups (and not limited to preachers) who are reading the lectionary texts in advance of worship.
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