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#9 Jesus Restores Peter & Calls For A Commitment 

Lead/Founding Pastor: Ryan Rice

Thursday, April 11th, 2024

Sunday, April 14th, 2024

THE PASSAGE

John 21:15-25, ESV

I. JESUS RESTORES PETER  

• The Questions (vs.15-17)
• The Calling (vs.18)
• The Commitment (vs.19)

II. PETER'S RESPONSE John 21:20-25 

• He’s Quick to Speak
• He Questions
• He Compares  

 III. JESUS CALLS FOR A 100% COMMITMENT 

How To Be a Committed Christian

• Love Jesus Above All

Matthew 22:37, Luke 10:27, Deuteronomy 6:5

• Offer Your Life as a Sacrifice to Serve Jesus & His Church

Romans 12:1, Philippians 2:17, 2 Timothy 4:6-7

• Follow Him No Matter What

Matthew 16:24, Luke 9:23, Mark 8:34

THE QUESTION 

Are You Committed to Jesus and His Church?

TALK IT OVER

Icebreaker Question: Share when you felt deeply connected to God's love.

1. Take a minute to read over the outline and read through the passage. (John 21:15-25)
2. What stood out to you and why?
3. How can we practically demonstrate our love for Jesus above all else in our daily lives? (John 14:15, 1 John 5:3) 
4. In what ways can we sacrificially serve Jesus and His Church? (Matthew 25:40, Hebrews 6:10)
5. What obstacles may hinder our willingness to follow Jesus unconditionally? (Luke 9:62, Hebrews 12:1)
6. How can we grow in our commitment and dedication to Christ amidst life's challenges? (James 1:2-4, Romans 5:3-5)
7. How does sacrificial love reflect Jesus' example of love and service? (John 13:34-35, Philippians 2:5-8)
8. What does taking up our cross daily and following Jesus mean? (Luke 9:23, Galatians 2:20)
9. How can we support and encourage one another in our journey of faith and commitment to Christ? (1 Thessalonians 5:11, Hebrews 10:24-25)
10.  What practical ways can we deepen our relationship with Jesus and grow in our love for Him? (Colossians 3:16, James 4:8)
11.  How can we apply the principles of love, sacrifice, and commitment in our interactions with others in our community? (1 John 3:18, Galatians 6:10)
12. As we reflect on today's sermon, what steps can we take to live as committed Christians in our daily lives? (Ephesians 4:1, Colossians 3:17)

3 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

1) Next week, invite a friend to service as Pastor Ryan starts a new verse-by-verse sermon series and study through 1 Thessalonians called "Living In Light of Christ's Return.” And get them into your Community Group if you have room so you can grow in your faith together! 

 2) Please consider moving to Thursday Nights to free up space on Sundays and add value to Thursday Nights @ 6:30 pm. Expect some Teaching + Testimonies + Acoustic Worship! Kids and high school ministries are available, too!  

3) Lastly, please explore Baptism if you or your kids have not already been baptized! It’s a great time to go public with your faith through baptism on most Thursdays and Sundays! Explore more online www.northvalley.org