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Discussion Guide

A Different People

Da'Mar Hodge
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January 26, 2025

Main Idea

Pastor Da'Mar's central message was about understanding the Bible's role in our lives as a guide to being different in a world that often goes against God's teachings. He clarified the concepts of descriptive and prescriptive scriptures, showing us how to discern God's intentions for us through His Word. The sermon focused on the prophecies of the Old Testament, revealing how they were fulfilled in Jesus and how they serve as a testament to God's plan for salvation, which was intended for us all along.

Scripture References

1 Peter 1:10-12, Isaiah 7:14, 2 Samuel 7:12-13, Hosea 11:1, Micah 5:2, Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 11:10, Isaiah 61:1, Psalm 22:16, Romans 12:4-8

1. How can we identify and apply the descriptive and prescriptive passages of the Bible in our daily lives?

The Bible may not be written to us, but it is certainly written for us, to guide and shape our journey of faith.

2. What encouragement can we find in 1 Peter when facing the challenge of being different?

Discussion Questions:

3. How do the Old Testament prophecies deepen our understanding of Jesus' role in God's plan?

4. In what ways can we see the Bible as a personal guide, even though it was not written directly to us?

5. How can we use our spiritual gifts to serve others, as the prophets served us through their prophecies?

We serve the God of the impossible, who fulfills prophecies against all odds and calls us to live differently.

Summary

In Pastor Da'Mar's sermon 'A Different People' at General Adult, he reminded us that God has called us to be different from the world, and this can be challenging at times. He encouraged us by diving into 1 Peter, which offers support for our journey. Pastor Da'Mar explained the difference between descriptive and prescriptive passages in the Bible, using examples like Noah and Solomon (descriptive) and the Beatitudes (prescriptive). He emphasized that the Bible, while not written to us, is written for us. The sermon explored how the Old Testament prophecies were not for the prophets themselves but for us, highlighting the fulfillment of these prophecies in Jesus Christ.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Let's strive to understand the difference between descriptive and prescriptive scriptures to apply God's Word more effectively in our lives.

Reflect on the prophecies of the Old Testament and how they point to Jesus, strengthening our faith in God's perfect plan.

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