Past Message

Point One: God desires to renew His people.

Point Two: Renewal focuses on restoration more than innovation.

Point Three: We celebrate renewed lives, not temporary structures.

Discussion Questions:

Watch the past message, then choose questions to discuss with your Growth Group.

  1. What was something that stood out to you from this past Sunday’s message? Share what you learned and how it will impact your life.

  2. Read Ezra 7:1-28. How would you describe Ezra? How do you explain Ezra’s great success?

  3. Why was the king so favorable toward Ezra?

  4. How would you handle a situation where you are called to a leadership position like Ezra? What steps can you take to prepare yourself, like Ezra did, if God calls you to a challenging task?

  5. In Ezra 7:10, Ezra dedicated in studying, obeying, and teaching the Scripture. What might be God’s invitation to you to study Scripture in this season of your life and faith?

  6. Read Psalm 119:45 and Proverbs 4:12. How does seeking God’s law affect our walk with God? How does Bible study contribute to knowing the Law and not stumbling?

  7. Read John 24:15 and Deuteronomy 6:3-6. Ezra focused on obeying God’s Word. How might you grow in putting into practice everything the Bible says?

  8. Read Hebrews 5:12-14. What have been opportunities you’ve been given to teach Scripture? What have you found effective in teaching and sharing God’s Word? How might God be stirring you to teach his Word in this season of your life?

  9. In Ezra 7:27-28, how did Ezra react to the king’s giving him so much power and authority? Whom did Ezra credit for his success?