11.17.24 Huddle

Published November 14, 2024
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Opening Discussion

  • What is something you bought thinking it would be great, but it ended up being a bad purchase?

Read and DiscussLuke 8:1a1 Soon afterwards, He began going around from one city and village to another, proclaiming and preaching the kingdom of God. 

  • What is Jesus doing in this verse? 
    • How might this differ from how you typically picture Jesus?
  • What is the kingdom of God?
  • What are some practical ways you can proclaim and preach the kingdom of God in your life?

  Extra Questions

  • What keeps people from sharing about Jesus with others?
  • What are some barriers that keep you from sharing your faith with others?
  • What can you do daily to live in and expand the kingdom of God?

  Luke 8:1b-31b The twelve were with Him, 2 and also some women who had been healed of evil spirits and sicknesses: Mary who was called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, 3 and Joanna the wife of Chuza, Herod’s steward, and Susanna, and many others who were contributing to their support out of their private means.

  • Why did Luke list these women by name?
  • What were some of the roles women took part in pertaining to Jesus’ ministry?
  • Why did these women give to Jesus’ ministry?
  • When you give to a Christ-centered organization, how can that help others hear about the kingdom of God?

  Extra Questions

  • When it comes to supporting the work of Jesus with finances and resources, what are some hang-ups people have?
    • Why is it hard for people to let go of their resources?
  • What might you need to do this week to work on giving the Lord control of your finances?

  Discipleship Questions

  • What is one thing you can do each day this week to proclaim and preach the kingdom of God?
  • What is the Lord calling you to give toward this week?

  Memorize it!Luke 8:1a1 Soon afterwards, He began going around from one city and village to another, proclaiming and preaching the kingdom of God.    Prayer TACOS!Thanksgiving- Give thanks to Jesus for establishing a ministry that continued passing on His message from generation to generationAdoration- Worship the Lord for His generosityConfess a time this week when you were not generousOthers- Ask the Lord to show you someone who needs to hear about His kingdom. Pray for an opportunity to share about His kingdom with them.Self- Pray that the Lord would soften your heart when it comes to giving and finances. Ask Him to show you ways to be generous this week.