Defined by the Vine

Unlocking Your Miracle

Discussion Questions: When we value something, we treat it with care and respect. Careful not to damage or devalue it.  - How does this relate to our interactions with other people?  - One point from the sermon was that honor is a choice, not a reaction. What does it look like to choose to honor others, especially when we disagree or clash with them?  How we honor (value) someone will determine what we can receive from them. How we honor (value) God will determine what we can receive from Him.  - Have you ever been surprised to see someone excel in something? - Do you think your surprise had more to do with them or your estimation of them?  - What are some ways we can deliberately honor or “fix value” on our relationship with Jesus?  - What are some things you’ve learned to do personally to honor Jesus in your life?

Defined by the Vine

Connection with Jesus allows us to accomplish what we could not on our own. Whatever doesn’t come naturally, can come supernaturally when we're connected to the Vine. Small Group Discussion Questions: -What is a natural talent or ability that you have? Something that you could almost do with your eyes closed? -What is something that you know you need to do, but just does not come naturally for you?  Pastor shared an example of how commercial growers will often graft a young branch into a mature grape vine. This allows the new branch to take on the characteristics, flavor, and even disease resistance of the mature vine.  -As sinners saved by grace, you could say we are all new branches grafted into the Vine. What are some characteristics or strengths you’ve been able to take on through connection with Jesus?  -Have you noticed that these tend to wane when you’ve become distant or disconnected with Jesus?  -Can you share a time when you realized you were connected to the wrong root system? What did you do to restore your connection with Jesus?  -What are some personal disciplines that keep you connected with Jesus daily?