Celebrate--Lesson 4--Prepare the Way--Luke 1:57-80

Discussion Questions:

1.  Tell of the difference you experience when you come to worship prepared versus just going through the motions.  What are some ways you can be better prepared for the work of God in your daily living?  What kinds of things distract you from preparing?

2.  How do the teachings of God help you look ahead?  Why is it better to look ahead than to merely focus upon the moment?  How can looking back at God’s promises and how they have been fulfilled help you to look ahead with peace and hope?

3.  How have people rained on your parade as you have walked with the LORD?  What role does unpreparedness play in falling into being one who rains on parades?

4.  How much struggle do you have when things are changed from the status quo?  How much trouble do you think you would have had with John’s strange ways and his message?

5.  What peace do you find in the sunrise and the removal of the shadow of death?  Do you struggle with fear of darkness and death?  What kinds of things block the light in those areas?

6.  How has the message from the sermon this week helped you to prepare for celebration and worship throughout the week?  What other preparation will you need so you can maintain the ability to worship and celebrate through the course of your busy week?