Point One: The Pursuit of Peace is a Spiritual Practice

Point Two: The Experience of Peace is Recognizing God is With Us

Point Three: The Kingdom of Peace Has Come and Is Coming

Discussion Questions:

Watch the past message, then choose questions to get your group thinking and create openness.

  1. What was something that stood out to you from this past Sunday’s message? Share what you learned and how it will impact your life.

  2. Read Isaiah 9:6-7 and Philippians 4:6-8. What is the difference between "peace of mind" and the "peace of God," which surpasses understanding?

  3. How is the peace that Jesus offers different from the peace we find in worldly situations?

  4. What are some things that tend to steal your peace in life, and how do you find that peace again when challenges arise?

  5. Read Philippians 4:6-8. What are some simple ways you can bring your anxious thoughts to God in prayer?

  6. How can you keep your thoughts focused on Jesus to maintain a sense of inner peace, and what strategies might help you do that?

  7. Is there someone special in your life that you could pray for and share the good news of God’s peace with this Christmas?