Group Notes | April 5

The Supernatural Power of God
April 5, 2015
Pastor Jonathan Falwell

Open:

A very old song, whose title is full of truth, is “What a Difference a Day Makes.”* Can you share a recent time when you awoke with a feeling that there was no hope for a “good” day, and yet something turned it completely around?

We have been looking at the days leading to the crucifixion. Today we will focus on the incredible turn of events two thousand years ago, that changed the world forever with the power of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Discuss:

1. Read Matthew 28:1-8. What did the women expect to find when they went to the tomb on Sunday morning? Think “outside the box” at insurmountable obstacles.

2. An earthquake, a huge stone rolled away, fainted guards—and yet all without fanfare or chaos! What lessons can the peace of the angel teach us?

3. The women saw and believed in the resurrection power. Read John 20:29. Who is he referring to?

4. Read Philippians 4:7-11. What does Paul say about the resurrection power?

5. The disciples daily saw the power of Jesus, but could not connect the
Scriptures with the events at the cross. How does this differ from our having head knowledge, but not allowing Christ to enter our hearts?

6. Even though you may not always “feel” His presence, how can you know that He is there for you?

7. Read again Phil. 4:7. If you know that His power is available to you, and that His presence never leaves or forsakes you, what are some reasons you don’t have the supernatural peace that He desires for you?

Close:

The disciples had seen Jesus’ power for three years, but could not understand it until He opened their eyes (read Luke 24:45). Could it be that you need your “eyes” opened to His supernatural power, and especially His presence in your life? Accepting these by faith, not by feeling, will bring supernatural peace! As you break into small groups, admit openly if you are lacking in faith and discuss your options. Pray for yourself and the others this week that God would manifest Himself in an amazing way!

Memory Verse: Matthew 28:6: “He is not here, for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.”

*English lyrics by Stanley Adams, 1934.