Jesus is Better | Hebrews | Week 8 | The Power of God’s Word | Pastor Ryan DeFrain
Discussion Questions
Church Life & Mission
What does the phrase “we are the church” mean to you in light of this message?
How did you feel hearing about the outreach numbers (meals served, baptisms, salvations)?
In what ways do you see yourself contributing to the church’s mission this year?
Living Boldly
Proverbs 28:1 says, “The righteous are as bold as a lion.” What does boldness in faith look like in your life?
Where is God calling you to step out in boldness in 2025?
Power of the Word (Hebrews 4:12–13)
The sermon describes God’s Word as living, active, and sharp. What does that mean practically?
Can you recall a time when Scripture deeply convicted or transformed you?
What does it look like to approach the Bible with humility and expectation?
Why is it important that God’s Word judges and exposes the thoughts and intentions of our hearts?
Application & Challenge
Which of these five characteristics of God’s Word stands out most to you right now: living, effective, sharp, discerning, exposing?
How will you engage Scripture differently this week as a result of this message?
Notable Quotes
- “God’s Word heals most completely where it wounds most deeply.”
- “The Bible isn’t written to you, it’s not about you—but it is written for you.”
- “Every time we open God’s Word, we open ourselves up to hear the voice of the Creator of the universe.”