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Next Level Guide 03.05.23

Choosing Jesus

What does it mean to choose Jesus?

Share your personal experience of when you repented and were baptized. Why did you choose to follow Jesus?

How has your relationship with Jesus changed since you first started following Him? What have been some of the biggest challenges and rewards?

Study

*Read John 15:1-5
What does the image of the vine and branches in this passage mean to you? How does it relate to your own spiritual life?

According to this passage, what happens to those who remain in Jesus and those who don’t? What are the consequences of not staying connected to Jesus?

How does abiding in Jesus impact our relationship with others? In what ways does it affect our ability to love and serve others?

Share a personal experience when you felt disconnected from Jesus. How did you handle that situation? What did you learn from it?

What are some practice ways we can stay connected to Jesus on a daily basis?

How can we help others stay connected to Jesus? What are some practical ways we can encourage and support each other in our faith journey?

Acts 2:27-41
What is the significance of repentance and baptism in this passage? How do these actions demonstrate a person’s commitment to follow Jesus?

What does it mean to receive the gift of the Holy Spirit? How does this empower believers to live out their faith?

How does the idea of a community of believers come through in this passage?

In what ways does this passage challenge us to be more bold and intentional about sharing the gospel with others?

What’s Next

What advice would you give to someone who is considering choosing Jesus?

Chad said, “You can know all about Jesus, and not actually know Him.” What is the danger in knowing about Jesus, but not actually knowing Him?

How can we continue to grow and deepen our relationship with Jesus over time? What are some resources and tools we can use in this process?