What a Gift! - Lesson 1 - More Than Meets the Eye

Discussion Questions:

  1. Do you believe that every event under heaven has an appointed time? What does this mean in light of the struggles you encounter?

  2. What do you learn about the depth of God’s love when you see in the opening of Isaiah’s song of prophecy that God’s suffering servant is going to provide cleansing and salvation for the very ones who beat Him and dehumanized Him?

  3. How does Barabbas (a murderer) being released and forgiven his crimes, while Jesus (the sinless Son of God) enduring trials, beatings and crucifixion tell the story of what God has done in your life?

  4. The first statement of Isaiah’s song is SUCCESS! How does this encourage you as you face the ugliness and brokenness of this fallen world?

  5. How have you seen God bring victory to your life in backwards ways? Share an example.