This sermon is given by GPP Teacher Logan McDaniel. The scripture reference is from John 8:58 and John 10:22-39.

# Key Verses

John 8:58

John 10:22-39

Exodus 3:14

Isaiah 55:8

Questions

How does understanding Jesus' unique holiness change the waywe view our relationship with Him?

Why do you think the Jewish leaders struggled so much withJesus' claims about His identity?

The sermon mentions that we sometimes get 'combative' whenconfronted with Jesus' holiness. Have you experienced this in your own life?

How does Jesus defy our expectations today, and how shouldwe respond when He does?

What's the difference between trying to copy Jesus' actionsversus worshiping Him as God?

How does recognizing Jesus' holiness impact our approach todaily life and decision-making?

What are some ways we might rely on our own power instead ofsurrendering to Jesus?

How can we maintain a proper perspective of Jesus' holinesswhile still pursuing a close relationship with Him?

Life Application

This week, take time each day to intentionally create 2-3minutes of complete silence to focus on Jesus' holiness. Write down anyinsights or revelations that come during these times of quiet reflection.

Key Takeaways

Jesus' holiness commands our attention and cannot bereplicated

We cannot become God - we will always be the creature and Hethe Creator

Jesus often defies our human expectations of how God shouldwork

Encountering Jesus' holiness should lead us to worship, notresistance

True belief in Jesus means complete trust and reliance onHis power

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This sermon is given by GPP Campus Pastor Jared Seeland. The scripture reference is from Matthew 26:36-46.

# Key Verses

Matthew 26:36-46

John 14:13

John 15:7

Isaiah 51:17

Questions

How do you typically respond when God seems silent inresponse to your prayers?

What's the difference between God being silent and God beingabsent?

How does Jesus' experience in Gethsemane help us understandour own moments of spiritual darkness?

Why do you think God sometimes allows periods of silence inour spiritual journey?

How can we maintain faith during times when God feelsdistant?

What's the difference between surrendering to God's will andgiving up hope?

How does understanding Jesus' suffering help us trust Godmore in difficult times?

What practical steps can we take to grow in patience duringseasons of waiting?

Life Application

This week, identify an area in your life where you'rewaiting for God's answer. Write down what you're asking for, how you're feelingabout it, and then write a prayer of surrender, following Jesus' example of'Not my will, but yours be done.'

Key Takeaways

God's silence doesn't mean His absence or lack of care

Even Jesus experienced unanswered prayer, showing that it'snot about our lack of faith

True faith means trusting God's wisdom even when we don'tunderstand His timing

Surrender to God's will leads to peace and patience in timesof waiting

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Welcome to Grace Pointe! We're so happy you could join us online

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Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church network with campuses in Naperville IL and Plainfield IL

Connect with us:

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://gracepointe.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Facebook: / gracepointeplainfield

Instagram: / gppchurch

YouTube: / @gracepointe / @gracepointeplainfield

Join us in-person at any of our service times: Naperville, Sundays at 8, 9:30 and 11 AM Plainfield, Sundays at 9 and 10:45AM

This sermon is given by GPP Campus Pastor Jared Seeland. The scripture reference is from Mark 5:1-20.

# Key Verses

Mark 5:1-20

Ephesians 6:11-12

John 1:1

Questions

How do you typically respond when you encounter disturbingnews about world events?

What are some ways we might unintentionally dehumanizepeople who disagree with us?

How does Jesus' interaction with the demon-possessed manchallenge our assumptions about who is 'too far gone'?

What does it mean to 'endure darkness' rather than just copewith it?

How can we maintain hope and optimism while acknowledgingthe reality of evil in the world?

In what ways might we be putting our trust in 'tribes'rather than in Jesus?

What boundaries might Jesus be calling you to cross to reachothers with His love?

How can we better remember our identity in Christ whenfacing darkness in the world?

Life Application

This week, take 5-10 minutes each day to sit quietly inprayer.

Ask yourself: Where am I feeling angry, anxious, or afraid?

Rather than trying to resolve these feelings immediately, lay them at Jesus' feet and allowHim to speak truth into your identity and situation.

Key Takeaways

Jesus crosses boundaries to pursue and free the oppressed

Our battle is not against flesh and blood but againstspiritual forces

True endurance comes from maintaining our identity in Christ

We are called to share hope with others rather than retreatfrom darkness

Patient endurance is active and challenging, not passivesubmission

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Welcome to Grace Pointe! We're so happy you could join us online

More Information ↓

Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church network with campuses in Naperville IL and Plainfield IL

Connect with us:

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://gracepointe.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Facebook: / gracepointeplainfield

Instagram: / gppchurch

YouTube: / @gracepointe / @gracepointeplainfield

Join us in-person at any of our service times: Naperville, Sundays at 8, 9:30 and 11 AM Plainfield, Sundays at 9 and 10:45AM