Frances Christensen, Don Matthews, Robert & Malinda Schroeder, Diane Spivey, ... What kind of reception would Jesus
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The Jesus Life Lesson 12 Title: The Jesus Life: Learning, Loving, Living Sermon: From Triumph to the Cross Scripture: Luke 19-23 Big Idea: Confrontation, Compassion and Submission in the Jesus Life Announcements * Easter Services: Our Easter services are next weekend! We hope you can join us for either our Traditional style service on Sunday, April 1 at 8am or one of our Contemporary services, Saturday, March 31 at 4pm and Sunday, April 1 at 9:30 and 11:15am. All services will be in the Family Life Center. * Passover/Seder Presentation: And, this coming Thursday, join us for a Passover/Seder presentation… March 29th at 7pm in the Worship Center. Be inspired by the rich symbolism of the Jewish Passover meal, it’s connection with our communion celebration, and the many ways it points to Jesus. Our very own “Rabbi” and missionary to the Jewish people, Jacob Cohen will be presenting. Please note that this event is a presentation only. No Passover food will be served. * Easter Blast Volunteers: And out last Easter detail… We still need volunteers for the Easter Blast, happening this Saturday from 1:30 – 3:30pm. Sign ups are taking place on the patio. * Father Daughter Breakfast: The Father Daughter Breakfast is hosted by Men’s Ministries to honor the special relationship between daughters and dads of all ages. There will be special music, great food, portrait photography and words of insight from a daughter’s perspective. There is no charge for this event happening Saturday, April 7, but please sign up on the patio or at COTF.org. * Welcome New Members: We want to welcome those who recently joined COTF as members: Gary & Frances Christensen, Don Matthews, Robert & Malinda Schroeder, Diane Spivey, & Maria & Bruce Thornton. We’re glad to have you all on the team!
Opening Question: When you come home, how do you greet your spouse? Open in prayer Discussion Questions Read Luke 19:28-44 1. How close is Jesus to Jerusalem now? (v.29)
2. How do you picture the scene in verses 35-38? What do you see, hear and feel?
3. Compare Zech. 9:9 with Luke 19:11. How was Jesus’ expectation different from the expectation of the people?
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4. Given the difference in expectations, explain what Jesus meant in verses 42-44.
5. What kind of reception would Jesus receive if he rode into Cameron Park? How would his arrival be treated by the media, religious leaders, government officials or by your neighbors?
Read Luke 19:45-48 6. Why does Jesus take such extreme action? What is He clearing out in your life recently?
Read Luke 19:41 and John 17:13-21 7. Jesus’ compassion was not limited to the citizens of Jerusalem. It extends to us and to those who come after us. What is the focus of this portion of His prayer?
8. We love Jesus for His compassion for others. Who else do you respect for their compassion and what would your family say about your compassion?
9. What is Jesus’ mission in life? (Matt.1:21) “He will save His people from their sins.”
How will He accomplish that mission? Matt. 28:19 – John 5:19 – Luke 22:42 – Mark 10:45 – What is your mission in life, how will you accomplish it, is there anything you need and how can we pray for you? Mission: Need: Prayer:
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