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Sunday, November 29, 2009
First Sunday of Advent
Give_Together: God in My Living Room
Nathan Oates
John 3:16, Luke 2:1-7
-Discuss John 3:16. What does replacing the “world” with your name communicate? What does knowing “world” is kosmos emphasize?
-Read Luke 2:1-7. What details are given that emphasize Christ’s coming into the real world?
-Why do you think God expressed his love by giving his one and only son?
-Share an example of a physical, personal gift you’ve received that has effectively expressed love.
-How can you give in ways that are physical and personal this Christmas?

Sunday, November 1, 2009
Finding the Way – When Resurrection Meets Life: “Resurrection Spirituality”
Nathan Oates
Acts 18:18-28, 19:1-10, 19:11-20
-Share about a time in your life marked by significant growth/change.
-How would you describe your spirituality today/in this season of life?
-Re-read the texts from Sunday. Comment on the three stories. What do you find remarkable about each story? How do you relate to each story?
-How/in what ways does your spirituality need resurrection/new life?