GROUP GUIDE
Leading a group through these questions? Here’s a simple guide for 1.5-2 hour GROUP meeting.
Welcome and Opening Prayer. (5 minutes)
Read the passage aloud. (5 minutes)
Guide the group through the questions. (30-60 minutes)
Take time to share prayer requests and pray for each other. (15-30 minutes)
TEACHING RECAP
Summary: The resurrection of Jesus changes everything- how we understand the world, God and our own lives. When we look deeply at the truth of the resurrection of Jesus we can see that it transforms our lives in various ways, while also sending us out to tell the world about the Good News of the risen Jesus.
Main Points:
1. The Resurrection of Jesus Surprises Us!
2. The Resurrection of Jesus Brings Us Peace
3. The Resurrection of Jesus Gives Us Joy in Suffering
4. The Resurrection of Jesus Sends Us Out-With Power
On-Ramps:
Ask Jesus to surprise you this week with His presence & His peace
Know that Jesus is with you in your suffering. He’s credentialed, so ask Him to give you joy and comfort in the midst of your suffering.
Ask Jesus to help you share Him with others as you invite, and rely on, the Holy Spirit’s power in your life.
Discussion
What stands out to you from this passage? How does this passage most challenge or encourage you?
What emotional responses do the disciples experience in these verses? What causes each of these emotions?
Consider Jesus’ greeting to His disciples and read Romans 5:1. How does one receive the peace that Jesus offers? What is this peace like?
In what ways do you see the need for this peace in our world today? Where do people typically search for peace? How does the peace promised in Scripture compare to what the world offers?
How has the presence of Jesus helped you during times of suffering? In what ways have you experienced His peace, joy, or comfort in difficult seasons?
Who in your life needs to hear about what Jesus’ resurrection has done for you? How might you share that with them?
How do you want to respond to this passage in your daily life?
PRAYER
How can we pray for you as a group?
Next week: John 20:24-29
