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Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Mindset Matters Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11 Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today? Grow G1 The passage talks about Christ "emptying himself (made himself nothing") by taking on the nature of humans. What do you think this means, and how does it relate to his act of humility? G2 This passage includes an early church hymn which presumably the church recognized and had memorized / internalized. How does memorization aid you in your faith? G3 The Council of Nicaea debated the relationship between Jesus and the Father: homoousious (the same nature) or homoiousious (a similar nature). Why do you think this debate was so important? G4 “In you

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Presence Placement Scripture: Hebrews 5:5-10 Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message or Karin’s testimony today? Grow G1 Did anything surprise you from hearing the story of Karin? G2 How does the concept of obedience factor into Jesus' role as high priest, as mentioned in these verses? G3 What insights can we gain about Jesus' humanity from Hebrews 5:5-10? How does this relate to his role as a high priest? G4 Reflect on the idea of Jesus being perfected through suffering. How does this relate to his mission and ministry as a high priest? G5 How does Hebrews 5:5-10 emphasize the relational aspect of Jesus' priesthood, particularly in his relation

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Death to life Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10 Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today? Grow G1 If Ephesians 2:1-10 was a before and after poster, what would it look like? Sketch it out. G2 Verse 2 | Who is the ruler of the kingdom of the air? What does Kingdom of the air mean? How is he at work in the world? G3 Are we sinners because we sin? Or do we sin because we are sinners? G4 Verse 3 | Gratifying the cravings of our flesh sounds like freedom, does it not? Why isn’t it? G5 Verse 4 | How can we reconcile these two truths: we are deserving of wrath AND God is rich in mercy and full of great love? G6 Does being “dead” mean we lack the abil

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Exodus 20:1-17 The One Thing: Good boundaries with God and others. Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today? Grow G1 How do you see the 10 Commandments reflected in our society (think culture, legal system)? Where has post-modern Canada diverted from the 10 Commandments? G2 In what was is Jesus a better Noah? Abraham? Moses? What are some of the parallels between Moses’ life and Jesus’ lift? Do you think this was intentional in God’s mind? G3 Honor Your Father and Mother (Commandment 5): In what ways can modern society support the principles of this commandment, considering changing family structures and cultural dynamics? G4 You Shall Not Bear False Witness Again

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Falling Facedown Walking Faceup Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7,15-16 Discussion Questions Know K1 Think of a time you have been awestruck? When and where did this happen? Grow G1 What is the significance of the Lord (YHWH) revealing himself to Abram as “God Almighty” (El Shaddai)? G2 Ask yourself how can I more intentionally fall face down in my worship? Can I meditate on the glory of God to the place where his glory CAUSES me to fall facedown? G3 How can I walk before God? Before the face of God? With the glory of his countenance upon me? G4 Genesis 17:1 God tells Abram to be blameless. The word “Tamim” is more often translated “whole”. How might living in the tension between facedown and fac

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: A Global Guarantee (Lent Week 1) Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17, 1 Peter 3:18-22 Know K1 What do you feel or think when you see a rainbow in the sky? Grow G1 Why did God use the symbol of the rainbow to represent his covenant with Noah and all creation? G2 Sandra Richter outlines in the Epic of Eden that the Old Testament can be understood through 5 people (Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses and David) and 3 locations (Mesopotamia, Israel and Egypt). Did you find Sandra Richter’s organizing of the Old Testament closet helpful? Why or why not? G3 The Scope of the Covenant: In Genesis 9:8-17, God establishes a covenant "with you and your descendants after you, and with every living creature that is with

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Coming Home (Dan’s Bangladesh Mission Trip Log) Know K1 What struck you about Dan’s travel journal? You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/I8ecpynekuI Grow G1 How does the Bible emphasize God's care for orphans? Look into passages that highlight God's compassion and protection for orphans. For example, Psalm 68:5 states, "A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling." G2 Are there specific instructions in the Bible regarding the treatment of orphans? Explore verses that provide guidance on how society and individuals should care for orphans. James 1:27 is an example, stating, "Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow Scripture: John 17:1-5, 12:27 The One Thing: Crowned with Glory Know K1 How did God speak to you through today's teaching? Grow G1 "No guts, no glory". What does glory mean? G2 The Hebrew "Kavod" (translated as glory) can mean "weight", "reputation", possessions" or "imago dei" (the image of God). How do each of these help us understand the full-orbed meaning of "glory"? G3 Miranda said that we can "vandalize the glory of God" in our lives. What did she mean by this? How do we do this? G4 Miranda said that Jesus glorified himself as a human in two ways: (1) submission and (2) trust. How does this challenge the way we often strive for glory as humans? Show S1 Take time to think about your idea of pers

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Mark 1:14-20 The One Thing: A Purpose Beyond Yourself Know K1 How did the Holy Spirit speak to you today through the message? Grow G1 Responding to the Call: Discuss how Simon, Andrew, James, and John immediately responded to Jesus' call to follow Him. Explore the concept of being open and responsive to God's calling in our own lives. Encourage each person / family member to reflect on times when they felt a calling or nudge from God and how they responded. G2 The Kingdom of God: Jesus begins His ministry proclaiming the arrival of the Kingdom of God. Engage in a conversation about what the Kingdom of God means to each person / family member. Explore ways in which the group/ family can active

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: John 1:43-51 The One Thing: Follow Me. Come and See. Growgroup Discussion Starters Know K1 How did the Holy Spirit speak to you today through the message? Grow G1 In John 1:43-51, Jesus calls Philip to follow him. How does Philip's response reveal his initial understanding of who Jesus is? How might this relate to our own responses to encountering Jesus in our lives? G2 Nathanael expresses skepticism when he hears about Jesus from Philip, asking, "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?" How do our preconceptions and biases sometimes hinder us from recognizing the potential goodness in unexpected places or people? How can we overcome such biases in our own lives? G3 Jesus, upon seeing Natha

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Matthew 2:1-12 (also Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalm 72:1-7,10-14) The One Thing: Jesus: a Threat or a Treasure? Know K1 What did you hear God say to you through the message? Grow G1 Motivation of the Magi: In Matthew 2:1-2, the Magi are motivated to travel a great distance to find and worship the newborn King. What do you think drove them to undertake such a journey, and how does their commitment inspire us in our own spiritual journey today? G2 The Significance of the Star: The Magi followed a star that led them to Jesus. In what ways do you think the star served as a sign or symbol in this narrative? How might God use signs or symbols in our lives today to guide us in our faith? G3 Response of King

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow Meditative Music from William Augusto https://www.youtube.com/@SoakinginHisPresence The Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 The One Thing: Acknowledge 2023. Anticipate 2024. Know K1 Describe your experience of 2023 in 3 words. Describe your hopes for 2024 in 3 words. Grow G1 Eccl. 3:1-8 | Would you describe the writer as fatalistic? What do you think the writer is trying to achieve through setting out this list? G2 Eccl. 3:1-8 | Is there anything in this list that you particularly wrestle with or struggle with? Are there any items here that you don’t understand? G3 Eccl. 3:1-8 | Go through and try to list which are positive and which are negative for each dual phrase (eg “a time to be born” is positive; “a ti

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Isaiah 9:2-7 The One Thing: Jesus, the Sum of All That Is Good

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 The One Thing: Prayer + gratitude = joy.

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Mark 1:1-8 The One Thing: Rewild Your Heart Growgroup Discussion Starters Know K1 What did you sense the Holy Spirit saying to you through today’s message (or the gathering as a whole)? Grow G1 There was pent up frustration within the nation of Israel accompanied by hopeful longing for something better when John the Baptist burst onto the scene. For us, what modern event might compare with John the Baptist’s arrival in 1st century Judea?* G2 Why did God do so much work in Biblical people’s lives “in the wilderness”? What is the connection between the outdoors and meeting with God? What options are there for people with limited mobility? G3 In what way do you think our addiction to entertainme

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Mark 13:24-37 The One Thing: Now In A Minute Growgroup Discussion Starters Know K1 “Now in a minute” is a typical Welsh phrase. Can you think of any Canadian phrases that might sound strange to outsiders? Grow G1 Mark 13:24-37 uses apocalyptic language that modern ears are unused to hearing. How does Jesus’ description of the cosmic catastrophes that will accompany his return strike you? Are these visions simply employed as dramatic descriptions of his arrival or should we expect a shaking of the heavens replete with falling stars and a veil of darkness? G2 Jesus calls his followers to keep their eyes open, to stay awake, and to be vigilant in their watch for him. In what ways do we do this?

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Ephesians 1:15-23 The One Thing: Powered Up But Grounded Ephesians 1:15-23 Flowchart Growgroup Discussion Starters Know K1 What did God say to you through today’s teaching? Grow G1 1:15 Read the start of Paul’s letters and see how many of them start with this “grateful for you” and “praying for you” connection. Why do you think Paul uses this motif so often? G2 How has your view of Heaven / the Kingdom of Heaven changed throughout this series? G3 How helpful was the infographic in tracing God’s commitment to our spiritual growth? Was there anything that surprised you or stuck with you? G4 1:17 | The Trinity are committed to you knowing God better. How committed are you [From 1 (hardly at al

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 The One Thing: Be alert. Your country needs lerts. Growgroup Discussion Starters Know K1 What did God say to you through today’s teaching? Grow G1 1 Thess 5:5-6 | What is the connection between our identity and how we behave? Which statement is more accurate: (1) we behave we belong (2) we belong because we behave? G2 Are you prepared for when the Day of the Lord comes, or is it going to surprise you? G3 1 Thess. 5:8 | Is the faith and love and hope (also 1 Cor 13: 13) we to wear as armour OUR faith and love and hope, or the faith and love and hope of JESUS? Explain your reasoning. G4 1 Thess 5:6-7 | The two alternatives to being awake or alert are sleep and intoxica

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17 The One Thing: Encourage each other with truth Growgroup Discussion Starters Know K1 What did God say to you through today’s teaching? Grow G1 Revelation 11:15 talks about this world becoming the kingdom of Jesus. Do you think we take verses like this seriously enough? Why or why not? G2 Discuss the idea of the Kingdom of Heaven being wherever Jesus Christ reigns, rather than a place where we go to when we die. How does this impact your outlook on life? G3 Paul roots his encouragement of an anxious church in two things: the Cross (v14) and the Bible (v15). Why are these two so fundamental to staying encouraged? Why do we so often overlook them? G4 Dan explained that