One Story, One Savior: The Bible’s Unified Message

Sermon Notes and Discussion Questions

1. Which part of the message helped you better understand how the Bible is structured? Did anything surprise you or clarify something you didn’t know before? (Luke 24:27)
2. Hebrews 4:12 says that the Word of God is “living and effective.” How have you experienced this truth in your life? How does this shape your view of Scripture? (Hebrews 4:12)
3. The Pentateuch lays the foundation for the Bible’s story of redemption. How does seeing Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of the sacrificial system impact how you view the Old Testament laws and sacrifices? (John 1:29; Leviticus 17:11)
4. The Old Testament shows a repeating cycle of blessing, rebellion, warning, judgment, and repentance. Can you relate this pattern to your own life or the world today? How do we break free from such cycles? (Judges 21:25; Hosea 11:1-2)
5. Proverbs emphasizes practical wisdom for living, while Ecclesiastes reminds us of life’s limitations. How do these books balance each other? What wisdom from these books resonates with you most right now? (Proverbs 3:5-6; Ecclesiastes 12:13)
6. Psalms teach us to pray through every emotion and circumstance. Is there a Psalm you’ve prayed in a meaningful way? How could incorporating the Psalms into your prayer life help you grow? (Psalm 23:1-4; Psalm 51:10)
7. The Gospels present Jesus as the true and better sacrifice, king, and prophet. How does understanding Jesus as the culmination of the Old Testament deepen your relationship with Him? (Matthew 5:17)
8. The Gospels offer different perspectives on Jesus’ life. Which Gospel has impacted you the most, and why? What can we learn from the unique audiences each Gospel addresses? (John 20:31)
9. Revelation points us to the ultimate victory of Jesus. How does knowing “Jesus wins” give you hope in the challenges and uncertainties of life? How can this shape the way you live daily? (Revelation 21:4; Revelation 22:20)
10. The book of Acts shows the early church’s rapid growth despite challenges. How do you see the same Spirit at work in the church today? How can we be faithful participants in God’s ongoing mission? (Acts 1:8)