On Sunday, July 26, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Luke 6:37-42.  This message was part 4 of our series, “Speak Plainly.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 6:37-42
3. In Luke 6:37, Jesus calls for His disciples to “not judge” and to “not condemn.”  Of this statement, R. Kent Hughes says, “These are some of the most misunderstood and misapplied verses in the Bible. Today they serve as the Magna Carta of much of American religion. Some people do not know a single Bible verse – they might not even know there is an Old and New Testament. But let them feel the slightest disapproval and the King James comes forth: ‘Judge not, and ye shall not be judged.’”  Why do you think people gravitate so much to these verses?
4. What is the difference between encouraging a brother or sister to walk more closely with Christ (and away from their sin) … something we are supposed to do, and judgment and condemnation that we are to avoid?
5. Our lives and relationships with others are to be marked by forgiveness and giving not judgment and condemnation.  We are to be more “grace players” than “spiritual referees.”  Is your Christian life marked more by judgment and condemnation or forgiveness and giving?
6. Are you grounded in enough humility to recognize your need for Jesus to lead you?  Are you listening to His voice in Scripture or going your own way?
7. Are you grounded in enough humility to reflect on your own sin instead of just pointing out the sins of others?  
8. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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On Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Luke 6:27-36.  This message was part 3 of our new series, “Speak Plainly.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 6:27-36
3. What are things you commonly associate with godliness?  In other words, what do you think a godly person looks like?  How does your response compare to Jesus’ declarations on godliness in today’s verses?
4. Of Jesus’ statements from 6:27-31, which is most convicting?  What questions do you have as you wrestle through these statements?  Anything you sense God leading you to do in response?
5. Does your life as a Jesus-follower look different than the lives of those in our world who are NOT following Jesus?
6. Jesus is the One who lived the “alien” life of love.  He not only modeled it, but made provisions for us to live that life as well.  How does the presence of the Holy Spirit in your life change the way you approach these statements of Jesus in 6:27-36?   
7. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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On Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on 6:20-26.  This message was part 2 of our new series, “Speak Plainly.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 6:20-26
3. Imagine that you were one of Jesus’ first Apostles.  Early in His ministry, you certainly would have felt “blessed” to be asked to be on His team.  What do you imagine they were hoping He would do for them?
4. Jesus speaks clearly to help set their expectations for what would result from our following Him.  He articulates poverty, hunger, tears, and persecution as some of the things the “blessed” in Him can expect in this life.  Think of your life experience can you relate to these experiences?
5. In what way can we view poverty, hunger, sorrow, and persecution a part of a life that is “blessed”?  Did anything from this morning’s message stand out to you to encourage you when you walk through these kinds of adversities?
6. Have you ever been tempted to walk away from Jesus or ignore Jesus in order to pursue wealth, satisfy a desire, experience only a life of leisure, or gain popularity?  Jesus says that to choose these things over Him is something to be pitied.  Why do you think He says this?
7. What is the source of your “consolation” (Luke 6:24 vs. Luke 2:25)?   
8. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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On Sunday, July 5, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on 6:17-19.  This message was part 1 of our new series, “Speak Plainly.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 6:17-19
3. What are some of the things that draw large crowds today?  Now imagine the world of the first century (without telephone, internet, television, etc.) Without the aid of these modern inventions, Jesus drew a crowd very quickly in His public ministry!  What do you think drew people to Jesus?
4. What has drawn you to Jesus today?  Would you consider yourself part of the committed or part of the curious (and why do you answer the way you do)?
5. How does seeing the character and His compassion for people in these verses inspire you to draw near to Him in your time of need?
6. If the picture of Luke 6:17-19 is a “taste” of our forever feast with Him, what are you most looking forward to about heaven?
7. Jesus immediately takes His Apostles into a situation where there are many who need help.  This demonstrated that He desired their calling to not just be a place of honor, but also a place of service to others.  Do you understand your place in God’s Kingdom as merely a reception of a blessing, or do you embrace the fact that Jesus has also blessed you with the opportunity to serve Him by caring for others?  What does your service to others in Jesus’ name look like today?   
8. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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On Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Luke 5:1-11, 27-32; 6:12-16.  This message was part 8 of our series, “Launch Day.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 5:1-11, 27-32; 6:12-16
3. We are familiar with the idea that Jesus selected 12 Apostles.  Why do you think He decided to choose the 12?  What does the selection of the 12 imply about His mission? 
4. In Luke 6:12-16 it indicates that Jesus “prayed all night” before selecting the disciples.  Why do you think Jesus dedicated such time in prayer before calling these men to their new roles?
5. Have you ever felt like you were not gifted enough, had made too many mistakes, lacked enough formal training, etc. to be useful for Jesus in His mission?  How does reflecting on the selection of the Apostles encourage you?
6. Peter and his friends left their fishing business to follow Jesus, and Levi left his tax collector’s booth to follow Jesus.  Do you think they made a good choice (even knowing the persecution each would face)?  Do you think it is worth it to follow Jesus no matter what may come in this life?  Why or why not?
7. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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Launch Day 8

 

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On Sunday, May 17, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Luke 5:33-39.  This message was part 6 of our series, “Launch Day.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 5:33-39
3. What do you imagine a religious person today looks like?  How does this compare to Jesus from today’s passage? 
4. Is there a joy about your life because of your relationship with Jesus?  If so, how does this joy reveal itself?  If not, why not?
5. Are there things you do just so that others will think you are more spiritual?
6. What has been your experience with fasting?  How does this passage and sermon impact you concerning the practice of fasting?
7. Jesus “installed” a new operating system (the New Covenant) for how humanity relates to God that was different in some significant ways from the old operating system (the Old Covenant).  Think of these differences are generally the differences between the Old Testament and the New Testament.  What are some of the major differences you see?
8. We don’t need a little Jesus patched onto our old religion, we need new life in Him!  In what ways are you clinging to the old instead of embracing the new life Christ has created for us?
9. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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Launch Day 6

 

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On Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Luke 5:17-26.  This message was part 5 of our series, “Launch Day.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 5:17-26
3. What are some things that people would describe as humanities greatest need?  This morning we talked about how forgiveness is our greatest need.  Did this resonate with you?  Why or why not? 
4. The four faithful friends pushed through challenges to get their paralyzed friend before Jesus.  What are some ways you can push through challenges to bring your friends before Jesus today?
5. Getting their paralyzed friend before Jesus cost the four faithful friends something.  What are some of the costs associated with ministering to your friends today?
6. Jesus met the paralyzed man’s deepest need (forgiveness) and healed him physically (to prove to the Pharisees that Jesus, indeed, had the power to forgive).  Do you believe that Jesus truly has the authority to forgive us our sins today?
7. Confess your sin to God and ask God to forgive you for Jesus’ sake.
8. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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Launch Day 5

 

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On Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Luke 5:12-16.  This message was part 4 of our series, “Launch Day.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 5:12-16
3. What are some examples of stories you are familiar with that started off with tragedy but end in triumph?  Are there any parts of your life right now that feel like a tragedy and even (possibly) without hope? 
4. Jesus interaction with the leper gains greater impact when we consider the difficult plight of someone with leprosy in the first century.  Imagine that you were this leper in these verses?  What might you have been feeling/thinking as you approached Jesus with your request?
5. Jesus was willing to heal the leper, demonstrating again, that nothing is too great for Him to overcome.  He has ALL authority!  How does this encounter give you hope for the areas of your life where you may be struggling with feelings of hopelessness?
6. Leprosy has some symbolic connections to sin.  In what way do you connect with this symbolic connection?  Does it lead you to respond to Jesus (related to your sin) the way the leper does?
7. The leper was a living letter sent by Jesus to the priests, announcing His arrival.  What have you seen God do in the lives of others that reminds you of HIs greatness and power?
8. Do you have a regular practice of talking to God in prayer?  If not, follow Jesus onto your knees today in prayer to Him, and carve out some time to be alone with Him regularly in prayer.
9. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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Launch Day 4

 

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On Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Luke 4:38-44.  This message was part 3 of our series, “Launch Day.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 4:38-44
3. What are some of the things you pray for the most?  Do you find yourself praying often for physical afflictions (illnesses for you and those you know)?  Why do you think diseases are such common requests in our prayers? 
4. In today’s verses, Jesus demonstrates a number of things about His abilities/authority over disease. What stands out to you most about His interaction with Peter’s mother-in-law and the other sick of Capernaum?
5. How does knowing the certainty of the healing of our infirmities in eternity, encourage you today?
6. Who are some suffering from illness that you can bring before the Lord in prayer today?
7. The Nazarenes wanted to kill Jesus, but the people of Capernaum wanted to corral Him (stay here and take care of us only!)  Jesus was not killed in Nazareth or killed in Capernaum because He had a global movement to launch.  Have you ever had an attitude toward Jesus that was self-focused (wanting to corral Him for your own benefit) instead of sharing Him with others?  What would it look like to be generous with the Gospel both locally and globally today?
8. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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Launch Day 3

 

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On Sunday, April 19, 2026 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Luke 4:31-37.  This message was part 2 of our series, “Launch Day.”  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video of the message to listen to/watch, download, or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray
2. Read Luke 4:31-37
3. What are makes the difference between kinds of authority we willingly follow and those that we struggle to live “under”? 
4. What do you think the text means when it talks of Jesus teaching “with authority”?  What do you imagine it would have been like to hear some of these sermons Jesus preached in Galilee in the early days of His ministry?
5. Do you recognize Jesus authority over your life and this world?  In what ways?  Do you consider it a good thing to live under Jesus’ authority and that we will one day stand before Him and give an account for our lives?
6. What questions do you have about the spirit realm (angels and demons)?  What does this passage teach you about the subject?
7. Is our “belief” in Jesus only something we give lip service to or has it truly transformed our lives?
8. How does Jesus’ authority over the darkness encourage you?
9. Have you (or are you currently) tempted to play with “darkness” in some way?  Run from this temptation to Jesus’ side!  He can protect and provide for you!
10. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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Launch Day 2

 

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