August 27, 2021
Important Info:
Is Anyone in Your Group a Techy? - We could really use some help on the tech team. We have recently “upped” our game with video and several other things, but the result is that we need more support for every service. If you think someone in your group might be a fit, will you recruit them and send them to Cody cody@compassbible.tv or Pastor Charlie?
Save the Date for the Women’s Retreat - It’s official, the Women’s retreat will be November 12-13! Save the date for now, and more information along with the registration will be available soon. Will you pass these dates along to your group so that they can save the date?
Non-Thursday Life Groups We Need Help in Awana - Last night was the first night of Awana, and WOW… there were a LOT of kids. We could still use more leaders! For all of you non-Thursday night Life Groups, will you personally ask your group if anyone can serve in this capacity? If they can, please direct them to Morgan Lee morgan@compassbible.tv.
Application Questions
Behind the Scenes - Jesus’ Desire For Himself
John 17:1-5
1. Reread John 17:1. When you encounter suffering, what are some of the things that keep you from prayer, and what are the reasons that some of our prayers are not focused on God’s glory? How can looking at Jesus’ prayer here help you as you pray in the face of difficult times?
2. Read Isaiah 26:8. What are some of the desires of your soul that might compete with God’s name, remembrance, and honor? What will it look like for your life to be consumed in greater measure by God’s honor?
3. Reread John 17:3. What are some of the benefits of this eternal life here and now? How does that motivate you to tell others about this life?
4. Read Colossians 1:24. If you are faithful to serve God’s mission here on earth, what are some of the ways that might look like “filling up what is lacking in Chris’s afflictions”? Why will suffering for the sake of the gospel ultimately be worth it?
5. Read Romans 8:34. Wow! The risen, exalted Son of God is at the right hand of the Father interceding for believers! What encouragement does that bring to you this week?
