Questions for Group Discussions:

Text: John 4:1-42

Theme: Jesus brings us hope for the holes in our heart.

What impacts you the most from this passage?

– John 4:16-18 – Jesus gently but directly addresses the woman’s past by revealing her history with her husbands. How does this encounter reflect Jesus’ approach to dealing with sin and brokenness?

– John 4:23-24 – Jesus speaks of worshiping in “spirit and truth.” What does it mean to worship God in spirit and truth, and how can this guide our own worship practices today?

– 1 Corinthians 13:12 – The sermon referenced this verse, which talks about seeing “in a mirror dimly.” How does this metaphor help us understand our current understanding of God compared to the complete knowledge we will have in eternity?

– The Samaritan woman was known by Jesus in all her flaws and still received grace. Reflect on a time when you felt fully known and loved by God despite your shortcomings. How did that experience impact your relationship with Him?

– Discuss the concept that “You are what you worship.” How does what you prioritize in your life reflect what or who you worship? What changes, if any, do you feel called to make?

– The sermon emphasized the importance of being fully known in the context of relationships and discipleship. How can you create an environment in your small group or community that fosters vulnerability and deeper connection?

– What is the gospel and how does the gospel impact relationships in your life?

– What/Who have you gone to in order to fill the holes in your heart (other than Jesus)?

Have you experienced finding hope in Jesus to fill the holes in your heart? If so, share what that was like?

– Curt Thompson said, “We cannot be fully loved if we are not fully known.” Have you taken the risk of being fully known? If so, what was that like?

What holds us back from being fully known?

– What does it look like to have a growth mindset? How can we grow in this?