PURPOSE
We have a purpose—to live a life that bears fruit and to make disciples
What did you want to be when you grew up?
Why did you choose that when you were little? (It was cool? It’s what you saw on tv? It was what your parents did?)
Read: Mark 1:1-5
What do Mark’s words in verse 1 tell us about his Gospel?
Who sent the messenger? Why?
How did the people respond?
Read: Matthew 3:7-10
What do you think of John the Baptist’s critique of the Pharisees and Sadducees?
How does it make you feel that we can be a part of what God is doing—that we don’t have to be born into it like the Israelites thought?
Read: Mark 1:6-7
How do you think the Holy Spirit is supposed to work in us?
Read: Matthew 28:18-20
In light of Wally’s message, how does having Purpose to live out the great commission challenge you?
What are some action steps you can take to live it out?
Who specifically comes to mind in your life when you read the great commission?
Pray: Make a list of the people that came to mind in your group. Take time praying for each person—for the small group people who need to GO and for those they are going to.