Romans 8:18

On a dirt road not far away . . .

The Consideration

TEACHING NOTES SUFFERING IN PERSPECTIVE

Why is the right mindset important in tough times?

The Comparison

What is the best way to develop that mindset?

The Conclusion

How does that mindset transform us?

John 3:1-15

Why do we need to be born again?

The Nature of New Birth

How are we born again?

The Narrative of New Birth

What is the story of those who are born again?

How do you celebrate birthdays?

The Necessity of New Birth

Song of Songs 3:1-11

Awakened and invited love grows not only through delight, but through longing until the soul learns that Christ is both the One it seeks and the King in whom it delights.

Love Longing in the Night

What does the soul do when Christ is not immediately felt?

Love Found and Held

How does the soul respond when Christ graciously reveals Himself again?

Love Revealed and Crowned in Glory

Who is the One the soul has been seeking and in whom it now rests and delights?

John 2:1-11

Have you ever run out of something too early?

The Wedding

When does this sign take place?

The Wine

How does this sign take place?

The Wonder

What happens as a result of this sign?

LED BY THE SPIRIT

Romans 8:14

Have you ever looked through old family photos?

The Leadership of the Spirit

What does it mean to be led by the Spirit?

The Mark of Sonship

How are the Spirit and sonship connected?

The Ground of Life

Why should this connection encourage us?

John 1:35-51 What is the most unusual invitation you’ve ever received?

An Invitation to See

What did the first disciples see about Jesus?

An Invitation to Believe

How did the faith of the first disciples grow?

An Invitation to Glory

Where did the faith of the first disciples lead them?