not a fan. | Week 1

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

1. What does it mean to "Define the Relationship" (DTR) with Jesus? In what ways have you personally experienced this DTR moment in your faith journey?

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2. In Luke 9:23, Jesus calls us to deny ourselves and take up our cross daily. What are some practical ways you can live this out in your daily life?

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3. The sermon talks about being a "fan" versus a "follower" of Jesus. Would you consider yourself more of a fan or a follower right now? Why?

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4. Jesus challenges the first man in Luke 9:57-58 by saying He has "no place to lay his head." How does the pursuit of comfort prevent you from fully following Jesus?

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5. We often try to "fine-tune" our lives while Jesus wants to "overhaul" them. Where in your life have you been asking for minor changes when Jesus wants a complete transformation?

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6. The sermon compared some Christians to people who are “flexitarians”—selectively committed. In what areas of your faith are you tempted to be a "flexetarian," choosing what’s comfortable over full commitment?

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7. Jesus said, "Follow me" to the man in Luke 9:59-60, but the man hesitated. What excuses or "first let me…" statements have you used to delay following Jesus fully?

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8. The third potential follower (Luke 9:61-62) wanted to say goodbye to his family before following Jesus. How do the distractions or attachments in your life hold you back from being fully committed to Jesus?

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9. Jesus asks for all of our heart, mind, soul, and strength. What does it look like to make Jesus your "One and Only" rather than just one of many priorities?

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10. What practical steps can you take this week to move from being a fan of Jesus to being a fully committed follower? What specific areas of your life do you need to surrender to Him?