Our Unshakable God: The Unshakable Majesty of God’s Creation
Group Leader Guide
Sermon Recap 🎬
In this sermon, Pastor John Mark Caton explores the theme of "Our Unshakable God," using Isaiah chapter 40 to emphasize God's comforting nature and power as the creator. He discusses the importance of understanding that creation points to a purposeful designer, refuting the ideas of atheism and naturalistic evolution by highlighting the lack of evidence supporting those views. Pastor reminds us that true hope and strength come from trusting in the Lord, which can lead to a renewal and transformation in our lives despite the world's brokenness. Ultimately, he encourages believers to share their faith and the truth of God's creation with others, as many are seeking answers in today's society.
Ice Breaker 🧊
If you could be a superhero, what would be your name, and what powers would you have? Why?
Discussion Questions 💬
What does it mean to worship the Creator rather than the creation, and why is this distinction important?
Pastor talked about worshiping God, the Creator, instead of just the things He created.
In your own life, how can you ensure that you prioritize worship of God over material things or experiences?
How does understanding that the universe had a beginning and was created impact your view of God?
Pastor mentioned that the universe is not eternal and has a Creator, which gives evidence of God's existence.
Reflect on a time when your understanding of creation strengthened your faith. How did that affect your beliefs?
Based on Isaiah 40:31, what does it mean to hope in the Lord, and how can it affect our strength in difficult times?
Pastor referenced Isaiah 40:31, explaining that hope in the Lord allows people to renew their strength and rise above challenges.
Can you think of a current challenge in your life where hoping in the Lord could help you gain the strength you need?
What evidence does Pastor provide to argue against atheism, especially in relation to the complexity of life?
Pastor discussed people like Richard Dawkins and Antony Flew, who recognized that the complexity of DNA points to a Creator.
How can you respectfully discuss these arguments with someone who holds different beliefs about God or creation?
Why do you think many people are becoming interested in Christianity again, as Pastor mentioned?
Pastor noted that as people discover that worldly answers are unsatisfactory, they turn to Christianity for hope and answers.
What steps can you take in your own life to deepen your understanding of Christianity and share it with others who may be seeking answers?
Prayer 🙏
• Ask God to help apply the message of hope and creation in our lives this week.
• Pray for strength to share our faith with others and to inspire hope in them.
• Seek God’s guidance in recognizing His presence in our daily lives.
• Lift up any personal prayer requests and ask for God’s comfort and support.
