Unity series: Protect Them

The following questions are to be used as a study aid for the sermon preached at the Grace Place on Sunday, September 4, 2011, by Pastor Kathy Tack. To get the most from these questions, go to www.graceplaceonline.us and listen to the sermon first.

These questions can be used in your private Bible study during the week or as a basis for a small group study. For more information on hosting or leading a small group study, click on "GP Small Groups" under "GP Ministries" at www.graceplace.us.

Explore:

Owning an American Express card gives you privileges and protection.

What protection is there in having “United States” on your passport or birth certificate?

What other names give you protection?  (Suggestions:  job titles, companies, last names, etc.)

What kind of protection do you enjoy from these names?

Scripture Reference:  John 17:6-16

Excavate:

What does the name “Jesus” mean to you?

How does the concept of “oneness with others” make you feel?

How do we achieve unity or “oneness with others?”

Extract: 

How is unity different from tolerance?

Give an example of how your small group makes you feel protected.

Tell about an experience where you felt you were in the world but “not of the world?”