Miracles: The Angels Appear to the Shepherds
Group Leader Guide
Sermon Recap 🎬
In his sermon, John Mark emphasizes that with God, nothing is impossible, and He can perform miracles in anyone's life, regardless of their circumstances. He discusses how God has shown His miraculous power through natural means, the supernatural, fulfilled prophecies, and even the role of angels who bring messages of hope and peace to all people. Pastor highlights the importance of understanding that peace and hope come from knowing God and listening to the right message, specifically the good news of Jesus Christ. Ultimately, he invites listeners to follow the example of the shepherds, encouraging them to seek a personal relationship with Christ to experience God's favor and peace in their lives.
Ice Breaker 🧊
If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, but it could be any food you want, what would it be and why?
Discussion Questions 💬
According to the message, what does it mean to have hope, peace, and favor from God?
Pastor talked about how the angels brought messages of hope, peace, and favor to the shepherds, emphasizing that these messages apply to everyone, regardless of their past.
Can you think of a time when you felt hopeless or without peace? What steps can you take to find hope and peace in your life today?
Why do you think the angels appeared to the shepherds, who were considered unlikely people, instead of someone more important?
The talk mentioned that God's choice to send angels to shepherds highlights that everyone is valuable to Him, regardless of their social status.
How can you share God's love and messages of hope with people around you who may feel overlooked or unimportant?
How can knowing that God uses angels as messengers inspire you in your daily life?
Pastor explained that angels serve as God’s messengers and protectors, encouraging us to listen for God's messages.
How can you create space in your day to listen for what God might be trying to communicate with you?
Pastor mentioned that peace is a key theme in the Bible and is mentioned over 430 times. What does peace mean to you personally?
The talk discussed Isaiah 26:3, which states that God will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast because they trust in Him.
Can you recall a situation where you experienced peace in a chaotic moment? How can you apply that experience to similar situations in the future?
Reflect on the story of the prodigal son shared in the sermon. What does this story teach us about God's grace and favor?
Pastor used the story of the prodigal son to illustrate the difference between grace (unearned salvation) and favor (blessing from following God's path).
Have you ever felt like the prodigal son? What steps can you take to return to God and seek His favor in your life?
Prayer 🙏
• Ask for prayer requests from the group.
• Pray for God to help apply the truths of the sermon to our lives this week.
• Ask God for opportunities to share the message of hope and peace with those around us.
• Pray for peace in our hearts regardless of the challenges we may face.
