The Heart of True Power Lies Under Heaven’s Authority
Luke 20:1-8
1. Based on the first principle from the sermon text, how does submitting to God’s authority in our daily lives—such as in our careers, relationships, or personal decisions—lead to experiencing true spiritual power? Share a personal example where you’ve seen this play out or an area where you struggle to submit.
2. The sermon describes rejection of God’s authority as a heart problem rooted in sin as independence, rather than a lack of evidence. In what ways do you see this rebellion manifesting in today’s culture, like the “my truth” mindset or issues such as transgenderism? How can we guard our own hearts against this kind of independence?
3. Reflecting on the third principle, how have you experienced that resisting God’s revealed light (through Scripture, conviction, or prompts from the Holy Spirit) leads to increased darkness in your life? Conversely, share a time when responding to His light brought more revelation, clarity, or power.
4. The sermon concludes by calling us to surrender to Jesus’ authority for life-giving power. What practical steps can we take to “stay in the flow” of spiritual enlightenment—such as through daily practices or accountability—and how might this impact our witness in a chaotic world?
Luke 20:1-8
1. Based on the first principle from the sermon text, how does submitting to God’s authority in our daily lives—such as in our careers, relationships, or personal decisions—lead to experiencing true spiritual power? Share a personal example where you’ve seen this play out or an area where you struggle to submit.
2. The sermon describes rejection of God’s authority as a heart problem rooted in sin as independence, rather than a lack of evidence. In what ways do you see this rebellion manifesting in today’s culture, like the “my truth” mindset or issues such as transgenderism? How can we guard our own hearts against this kind of independence?
3. Reflecting on the third principle, how have you experienced that resisting God’s revealed light (through Scripture, conviction, or prompts from the Holy Spirit) leads to increased darkness in your life? Conversely, share a time when responding to His light brought more revelation, clarity, or power.
4. The sermon concludes by calling us to surrender to Jesus’ authority for life-giving power. What practical steps can we take to “stay in the flow” of spiritual enlightenment—such as through daily practices or accountability—and how might this impact our witness in a chaotic world?