SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

1. What’s one situation where you really enjoy being served (restaurant, hotel, at home, etc.)? Why do you think that feels so good to us?

2. The big idea says: “Following Jesus always moves us from the spotlight to the towel.” What part of that feels most challenging to you right now?

3. In John 13, what stands out to you about the timing of Jesus washing the disciples’ feet—knowing this was the night before His arrest?

4. Why do you think none of the disciples stepped up to wash feet before Jesus did?

5. In Mark 10, how were James and John defining greatness—and how do we see that same definition show up in our culture today?

6. When Jesus says, “Not so with you,” what do you think He is calling His followers to do differently?

7. What’s the difference between admiring Jesus’ servanthood and actually imitating it in everyday life?

8. What most often keeps you from picking up the towel—comfort, recognition, busyness, feeling unnoticed, or something else?

9. What might a “towel” realistically look like in your current season of life (home, work, church, relationships)?

10. This week, where do you sense Jesus inviting you to move from the spotlight to the towel—and what is one specific, intentional act of service you will choose to do?