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Seven Days That Changed The World
The Day The Tables Turned | Part 2
Senior Pastor Keith Stewart
March 1, 2026


This Sunday we’re continuing our series, Seven Days that Changed the World, with a message called “The Day the Tables Turned.” We’ll look at the moment Jesus entered the temple and made room again for prayer, healing, and people who felt pushed to the margins. It’s a story that reveals God’s heart for outsiders, the vulnerable, and anyone trying to find their way back to Him. If you’ve ever felt disillusioned by religion—or simply hungry for something real—come join us.

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Starter questions:

What line, image, or moment from the message stayed with you the most—and why?

When you hear “Jesus cleansed the temple,” what was your “Sunday School” understanding of that story before today?

In what ways do people today (inside or outside the church) get disillusioned by “religion”?


Scripture and meaning:

Read Matthew 21:12–14. What stands out to you about what Jesus does and what happens immediately afterward (the blind and the lame coming to Him)?

The sermon emphasized two targets of Jesus’ anger: outsiders being squeezed out and the poor being exploited. Which of those feels most challenging for you to sit with—and why?


Heart-level application:

1 Peter 4:17 says judgment begins with God’s household. What’s the difference between punitive judgment and corrective/refining judgment—and why does that matter for how we respond to conviction?

“Jesus’ anger cleared the space; His compassion filled it.” Where do you need Jesus to clear space in your life right now (attitudes, habits, resentments, prejudices, distractions)?

The sermon said one of the worst sins is becoming an impediment to someone moving toward God. Practically speaking, what are common “roadblocks” Christians put in front of seekers today (words, assumptions, politics, tone, hypocrisy, etc.)?

Think of a person in your life who may be “pivoting” toward God. What would it look like for you to make their next step easier, not harder?

Jesus defended the vulnerable and confronted exploitation. What are modern parallels where people are profiting by taking advantage of the poor or desperate—and how should Christians respond without becoming self-righteous?


Closing practice:

Invite the group to silently ask: “Jesus, what table do You want to turn over to me?”

Then pray for two things: a more welcoming heart toward outsiders and a more compassionate posture toward the vulnerable.

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Seven Days That Changed The World
The Donkey, The Cross, And The Crowd | Part 1
Senior Pastor Keith Stewart
February 22, 2026

On Palm Sunday, the crowds shouted “Hosanna,” waved palm branches, and welcomed Jesus as King. But they wanted a conqueror with a hammer—not a Savior riding a donkey. What they celebrated on Sunday, they rejected by Friday because Jesus refused to meet their expectations. He did not come to overthrow Rome; He came to overthrow sin. The question remains for us: will we follow the King we want—or the Lamb who came to save?

Discussion Questions

1. Observation: Seeing What the Text Reveals

Why do you think all four Gospel writers included the Triumphal Entry? What does that tell us about its importance? What different biblical connections to the donkey did you notice (Zechariah, Abraham and Isaac, Solomon)? What do those layers communicate about Jesus?

What political expectations were present in Jerusalem during Passover? How did palm branches, cloaks, and the word “Hosanna” reflect those expectations?

2. Interpretation: Understanding the Meaning

What message was Jesus intentionally sending by riding a donkey instead of a war horse? How does that redefine power?

The crowd welcomed Jesus as King but rejected Him as Savior. What is the difference between enthusiasm and genuine faith?

3. Personal Reflection: Examining the Heart

In what ways do people today (including Christians) project their own expectations onto Jesus?

Where are you most tempted to want “Air Force One Jesus” instead of “Donkey Jesus”?

The crowd wanted deliverance from Rome; Jesus came to deal with sin. What problems in your life feel urgent but may not be the root issue?

Jesus entered Jerusalem on Lamb Selection Day. If He stood before you today asking for your allegiance, what would it mean practically to choose the Lamb instead of the hammer?

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THE DANGER OF DISTRACTIONS
Pastor Jerrid Fletcher
February 15, 2026

Distraction is not merely a "productivity problem"; it is a spiritual scavenger that fragments the soul and pushes God to the margins of our lives. While "bad" distractions (sin, toxic drama, worldly anxiety) are easy to identify, the more dangerous category is "Good Distractions” responsibilities without margin, success that reshapes priorities, and efficiency without presence. These good things don't compete with our values; they compete with our focus, slowly training us to live self-sufficient lives that leave no room for the Architect.

To reclaim our design for deep attention and divine connection, we must move from "managing chatter" to "doing business with God". This requires establishing a "standing reservation" through spiritual disciplines like silence, solitude, and prayer—intentional rhythms that guard what matters most. By tuning out the "noise" of achievement, digital In comparison, and past shame, we can maintain the singular focus of the Apostle Paul, keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus and the purpose He has called us to fulfill.

Discussion Questions

1. The "Concrete" Test: The sermon suggests that busyness isn't just a full week; it's a way of living that "sets like concrete". In what areas of your life has "being busy" become a foundational habit rather than a temporary season?

2. Good vs. Holy: How do you distinguish between being "faithful" to your responsibilities and being "consumed" by them to the point where there is no margin for God?

3. The Standing Reservation: If God had a "confirmed appointment" to meet you daily, would you stand Him up? Where is the specific, purposeful place in your life where he can consistently expect to meet you?

4. Tuning the Frequency: Which "noise" is currently the loudest in your life: the pressure to produce (Noise of Next), the infinite scroll (Digital Noise), or the echoes of old mistakes (Shame Noise)?

5. Reading the Bat: Like Hank Aaron at the plate, what "labels" or "technicalities" is the enemy whispering to distract you from your main goal?