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 CityGroup Questions 5/18/2025

Hot Seat: Do I Have To Be Baptized To Be Saved?

1.     How do personal church traditions sometimes make it harder to understand or accept what Scripture teaches? Can you think of an area where tradition may have clouded clarity in your own journey?

2.     Read Acts 8:26–39. How does this passage affirm the idea of baptism as a response to belief, not a prerequisite for salvation?

3.     The message described baptism as a public and personal declaration of a new association. In what other areas of life do we publicly declare our association with a person or group?

4.     Read Ephesians 2:8–9. Why is it crucial to separate the act of baptism from the means of salvation? What would be at stake if we taught that baptism was necessary for salvation?

5.     If you’ve been baptized since choosing to follow Jesus, what was that experience like for you? How did it impact your spiritual journey? If you haven’t yet been baptized, what’s holding you back?

 CityGroup Questions 5/11/2025

Hot Seat: Is Jesus the Only Way?

1.     As you think about your mom, what is one thing you are thankful for about her?

2.     Why do you think Jesus’s claim to be the only way to God is bothersome or offensive to some people?

3.     Read John 3:16-21. Who is Jesus talking to in this passage? What does Jesus say about his reason for coming?

4.     Read Mark 2:13-17. Who does Jesus say he came for in this story? Why is having an accurate view of ourselves important as it relates to whether we embrace Jesus?

5.     Why is it important for us to share our story of following Jesus with others? What part does baptism play in that?

 CityGroup Questions 5/25/2025

Hot Seat: Why Can’t I Stop Worrying?

  1. In the introduction Sunday, Chris mentioned his daughter getting nervous before a school play. What was something that you remember making you nervous as a kid?

  2. What are some of the specific ways our society deals with worry? How were you taught to deal with worry growing up? 

  3. Read Philippians 4:10-13 together as a group. Verse 13 is a very well-known verse. In context what is Paul saying in verse 13?

  4.  Read Philippians 4:6-8 together as a group. What stands out to you in this passage? How do applying these verses help us accomplish verse 13?

  5. What is one practical step you can take this week to combat worry?  

 CityGroup Questions 5/25/2025

Hot Seat: Why Should I Forgive?

  1. When you were younger what did you and your siblings or friends fight over most? How were you taught to handle that conflict?

  2. Why does the thought of forgiving others often provoke an emotional response? What are some of those emotions?

  3. What are some of the misconception society and our flesh tell us about forgiveness?

  4. Read Matthew 5:23-24 and Colossians 3:13. Why does forgiveness matter so much to God?

  5. If we choose to forgive, how will it impact our life? If we choose not to forgive how will our life be impacted?

CityGroup Questions 4/27/25

Hot Seat: Can I Trust the Bible?

  1. Growing up, what were some of your favorite subjects or topics to learn about? Why do you think those stood out to you?

  2. Some people tend to believe things easily, while others are more naturally skeptical. Which one describes you better, and how does that shape the way you approach and engage with the Bible?

  3. Read 2 Timothy 3:13–17 together.
    Who is writing this letter? and who is it addressed to? Is there anything unique about the book of 2 Timothy? (Hint: Check out 2 Timothy 4:6–8)

  4. According to verses 15–17, what does Paul say the Scriptures do?
    Have you personally experienced any of these things in your life? If so, how?

  5. What's one practical way you can lean into Scripture this week?
    Be specific what will it look like in your day-to-day life?

 CityGroup Questions 4/6/2025

Unstoppable: Acts 13

  1. If you could have a personal GPS for one area of your life (career, parenting, relationships, etc.), which one would you pick and why?

  2. Can you think of a time when you felt like God was leading you in a direction that didn’t make sense at the time? What happened?

  3. Read Acts 13:1-3 as a group. What stands out to you in these verses about the process of sending Paul and Barnabas? What might some of the challenges been for this young church as they sent out 2 of their best?

  4.  Paul spoke clearly to the Jews about Jesus and how he was the fulfillment of prophecies in the OT, yet they missed it. What can we do to put ourselves in a place to not miss what God is saying to us?

  5. One of the quotes from this week’s message was “The primary call on my life is not to do something for Jesus; the primary call on my life is to be with Jesus.”. What is one specific thing we can do this week to live out this truth? 

 CityGroup Questions 3/30/2025

Unstoppable: Acts 12

  1. Have you ever lost something valuable and had to go to extreme lengths to get it back? Share your story.

  2. The church was fervently praying for Peter, but when he showed up at their door they were shocked. Have you ever prayed for something and been surprised when God answered? What does this reveal about our expectations in prayer?

  3. Read Luke 18:1-8 as a group. What does this passage teach us about the role of persistence in our prayer life?

  4. Read Philippians 4:6-7 together as a group. Is this passage easy to obey? Why or why not?

  5. Towards the end of Acts 12 we see Herod take credit for what belonged to God and face judgment. What are some subtle ways we can take credit for what God has done in our lives?

Bonus Question:

If we were to take the challenge to prayer walk our neighborhoods leading up to Easter, how might it change our heart for our community? Who is one person you could begin praying for this week?

 CityGroup Questions 3/23/25

Unstoppable: Acts 11

  1. What is an event or memory that you have in your life that you have retold several times?

  2. Read Acts 11:1-4 as a group. Peter had to defend his actions to the believers in Jerusalem. Have you ever had to explain a decision that others didn’t initially understand? How did you handle it?

  3. Acts 11 highlights how the gospel was for the Gentiles too. Read Genesis 12:1-3 together. How does God’s promise to Abraham connect with what’s happening in Acts 11?

  4. Barnabas is described as an encourager who helped strengthen the new Gentile believers in Acts 11:22-26. Who has been a “Barnabas” in your life? How did their encouragement impact your spiritual growth?

  5. There is an assumption in scripture that followers of Jesus are actively going and taking the message of Jesus with them. What are some of the normal places we go in life that we can be a light?

 

 Citygroup Questions

Unstoppable: Acts 10

  1. What’s the biggest “fun” risk you’ve ever taken, like trying a new food, going on a spontaneous trip, or attempting an extreme sport like skydiving?

  2. Read Acts 10:28-29, Peter took a significant risk by obeying God and visiting a gentile like Cornelius, which went against Jewish customs. How does this story challenge our understanding of obedience to God?

  3. In many parts of the world, following Christ comes with real risks: persecution, rejection, or hardship. How does understanding the risks that the early Christians took (as well as other believers around the globe today) shift our view of what it means to take risks for our faith?

  4. Read Hebrews 11:1-10 and finish by reading verse 6 again. Stepping out in faith often means going beyond our comfort zones. Can you share a time when you felt God calling you to do something risky or uncomfortable? How did you respond? What was the Outcome?

  5. What is one area in your life where you feel God calling you to take a step of faith this week? How can we support and pray for one another in taking that step?

 CityGroup Questions 3/9/25

Unstoppable: Acts 9

1.     Have you ever had a personal encounter with someone you admired (an athlete, artist, or public figure)? How did that experience impact you?

2.     Before Saul encountered Jesus he was convinced he was doing the right thing by persecuting Christians. What does his story teach us about the dangers of spiritual blindness and self-righteousness?

3.     Read Acts 9:10-17 together as a group. Ananias obeyed God and cared for Saul even though it seemed risky. Who in your life cared for and encouraged you early in your walk with Jesus?

4.     Read Philippians 1:6 & 2 Corinthians 5:17 both of which Saul (Paul) wrote, as a group. What do these verses tell us about the power of the Gospel in a persons life?

5.     Who in your life doesn’t know Jesus yet? [Maybe you have even been tempted to give up praying for them.] During your prayer time pray for the people mentioned to have a personal encounter with Jesus.

CityGroup Questions 3/2/25

Unstoppable: Acts 8 (EW)

 1.  Josh mentioned his favorite movie type was overcomer stories like Rocky, what is your favorite type of movie and why?

2.  The early church had to scatter because of harsh persecution but they remained faithful to sharing their faith, discuss among your group why hard times can be a good catalyst to sharing Jesus with others?

3.  Philip met the Eunuch right where he was, how can we be more intentional about sharing Jesus as we go in our daily lives?

4.  Josh listed four ways to be led by the spirit (seek God through prayer, meditate on the scriptures, quiet your life down, obedience to how the spirit leads) which one of these would you say you are strongest at and weakest at and why?

5.  Philip’s witness was bold through the entire chapter, end group by sharing who in your life might God be prompting you to pray for or share or invite to church this week to hear about Jesus. Pray for that person and for everyone in thr group to have boldness.

CityGroup Questions 3/2/25

Unstoppable: Acts 8 (YC)

  1. Go around the room and share—do challenges fire you up like a gas can or fizzle you out like a water bottle?

  2. Read Acts 8:1 and 4. Was the persecution of the church a good thing, a bad thing, or both? Explain your thoughts.

  3. Reflect on Proverbs 16:9. Have you ever expected life to go one way, but it turned out completely different? Share an example and how you handled it. What truth does this verse teach us about God’s guidance?

  4. Read Acts 1:8. In life’s challenges that take you to new places and people, who is promised to empower you? What might that empowerment look like?

  5. How is God nudging you out of your comfort zone? What do you think He is calling you to do?

    Bonus: Pray your group responds to challenges as opportunities for the Gospel.

 CITYGROUP QUESTIONS 2/23/25

Unstoppable: Acts 7

1.     What’s something you used to believe as a child (like Santa or the Tooth Fairy) that you later found out wasn’t true? How did you react when you learned the truth?

2.     Read Hebrews 11:8-10 as a group. It describes Abraham’s faith in leaving his home without knowing where he was going. How does what Abraham did compare to moments in your life when you’ve had to trust God without knowing the full picture?

3.     In Acts 7, along with Abraham, Stephen recounts the faith of Joseph and Moses. What stands out to you about their trust in God, even when they didn’t fully understand His plan?

4.     Read James 1:6-8 as a group. One of the lies the enemy promotes when it comes to believing God is that you can stay in the middle. What does James say about this?

5.     Read Acts 7:60 and Matthew 5:44 as a group? How does Stephen’s response and Jesus’ word challenge us when it comes to those who have wronged us?

 

Bonus for personal reflection: If someone followed you for a week or two, what would your life reveal about what you truly believe? What areas of your life do you feel challenged to bring into greater alignment with your faith?

CityGroup Questions 2/16/25

Unstoppable: Acts 6

  1. If you could delegate one of your daily responsibilities to someone else for a week, what would it be? and why?

  2. Conflict is not something that is foreign to the church. Why do you think at times it is avoided? How can avoiding it be detrimental to the mission?

  3. Read Acts 6:1-4 as a group. What was at the heart of the conflict the early church and its leaders were facing? If not addressed how could this have hindered what God was doing?

  4. Read 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 as a group. Paul describes the church as a body with many parts, each with a role. How does this passage reinforce the lessons of Acts 6?

  5. What are a few practical ways we can both individually and as a gathering make sure we don’t get distracted and remain focused on what is most important?

    Bonus Question: How can you encourage and cheer on someone who is serving at church this week?

CityGroup Questions 2/9/25

Unstoppable: Acts 5

  1. What are some things you see people do to get the approval of others?

  2. Read Matthew 6:1-2 together. What warnings and reminders do we find in this passage?

  3. Let’s read 2 Peter 3:9. Can you share how God has shown patience with you or someone you know?

  4. While thinking about honoring God versus pleasing others, how does the promise in 1 John 1:9 speak to you?