The Power of the Promise

Commentary: Pastor Jonathan Sorapuru delivered a powerful message on Sunday about the power of God’s promises, reminding us that God is both a Promise Maker and a Promise Keeper. 

Read 2 Corinthians 1:19-20; 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Commentary: The promises of God are the commitments God has made to His people through His word, but every promise calls for a response of FAITH.

Discussion: 

1. What does it mean that all God’s promises have been fulfilled with “Yes”
2. What does this say about God?
3. If God is faithful, why do we doubt His promises?

Read Genesis 12:2 and Galatians 3:29

Commentary: We are spiritual descendants of Abraham and therefore heirs and recipients of God’s to the promises to him. 

Discussion:

1. How does this understanding change your perspective on life or your present circumstances?
2. How can this and other promises of God serve as a source of hope?
3. What does “walking in expectation” look like and why should we do this?

Read Jeremiah 29:11

Commentary: There is a promise for every circumstance and difficult season we face in life. The promises are given to give us hope, but every promise is connected to an ACTION.

Discussion:

1. Take Ownership – What does it mean to take ownership of the promises?
2. Take Action – Share an example of “taking action” on a promise

Commentary: Certain things can keep us from the promises. Discuss how and why:

Discussion;

1. Wishful Thinking
2. Greed
3. Trials
4. Timing (not aligned with God)
5. Disobedience

UPCOMING EVENTS & REMINDERS:

First Steps - First three Sundays of each month (immediately following service in the chapel)

Kids Hallelujah Party - Sunday October 25th

Encounter - Friday & Saturday November 6th & 7th

Water Baptism- Sunday November 8th (Water Baptism Class will be on Thursday November 5th)

For more upcoming events check out the church calendar on citychurchnola.life

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Have an amazing and Spirit-filled group!