The Vineyard- February 24, 2013

The Vineyard

I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. – John 15:5

Luke 5:17-26

- Who brings the paralyzed man to Jesus?  What does Jesus noticed about these men?

- Why do the scribes and some of the Pharisees object to the man’s being healed?  Why do they find Jesus words objectionable?

- How do you think Jesus’ knew what they were thinking?

- Why does Jesus tell the man his sins are forgiven?  What is the connection between forgiving his sins, and healing his body?

- Have you ever felt paralyzed by something in your life?  How did God release you from that burden?  How did you show your gratitude? 

Hebrews 12:4-17

- How does considering the sufferings of Christ help with our own endurance?

- Is discipline a good thing, or a bad?

- God disciplines us so that we may become His children.  How do you think this takes place?

- What lessons can we learn from being disciplined?

- Why do you think the author of Hebrews uses Esau as an example?  Did Esau ever have a chance to regain his birthright?  Are we guaranteed a chance to repentance?