missio Dei: Falcon

Outline: 
Luke 13:31-33: No Fear 
Luke 13:34: A Lament
Luke 13:35: A Prophecy 

Discussion:

Do you know Christ?
What are ways that your heart is unwilling to turn to him? How can we see these ways mortified?
What are the characteristics of Christ you see in this passage?

Sermon Outline:
1: I will be fine with/without Jesus (12:49-53).
2. I have more pressing things to attend to (12:54-56).
3. I still have time to decide (12:57-59). 
4. I’m not as bad as some people (13:1-5). 
5. I can wait to get serious about faith (13:6-9).
1: Jesus is __________.
Discussion:
Which of the 5 lies do you find yourself most tempted to believe? Which aspect of Jesus’ teaching did you find most compelling?
Why do we all seem to find repentance so difficult? How does Jesus’ teaching help make it easier?
How does this passage encourage you to share the Good News with your neighbor?

Outline : Luke 12:35-40 - Be Ready
               Luke 12:41-48 - Steward Well

Discussion : 
What have you been entrusted with that you have become lethargic in caring for? How can you change this to honor Christ more in your managing?

How can we see the beauty and hope of the Gospel in this text?

Do you truly belong to the Household of God?

Sermon Outline:
1: A painting of an anxiety-free life (Luke 12:22-32).
2: How to cultivate an anxiety-free life (Luke 12:33-34).
Discussion:
When do you tend to be most anxious? What does your anxiety reveal about your theology? 
If God is sovereign and loves you, what do you have to worry about? Why is that easier to affirm with your mind than it is to believe with your heart? 
How can you grow in generosity? How might that impact your anxiety?

Sermon Outline:
1: The problem with wealth (Luke 12:13-15).
2: A parable regarding wealth (Luke 12:16-20).
3: A principle for godly wealth (Luke 12:21).
Discussion:
When and where are you most tempted to believe the lie, “you are what you have”?
Meditate on the phrase “Rich toward God.” What does that look like in your own life? 
What practices of generosity can you begin (or grow in) to resist the pull of greed?