Sermon-Based Discussion Questions
Point One: How did an all-knowing, all-powerful God have regret over creation?
Point Two: Did God really destroy everything, everywhere on earth?
Point Three: Is the story of Noah a sad one, or a hopeful one?
Discussion Questions:
Watch the past message, then choose questions to get your group thinking and create openness.
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.
Read Genesis 6:1-14, Genesis 7:1-5 & 17-24. If you had to sum up the story of Noah in a single word, what would that word be?
In Genesis 6:9, God spared Noah because he walked in close fellowship with God. What does that mean to you?
As a Christian, should we expect or anticipate a cultural collision because of our Christian beliefs? Why or why not?
What are ways you’ve allowed fear or criticism to keep you from doing what God asks you to do? What dream would you pursue if you were not afraid of criticism?
Read Genesis 8:21 and Genesis 9:21. Central to Noah’s narrative is a steadfast faith, one ready to respond to God’s summons, regardless of the sacrifices involved and the mockery it may incur. Have you ever questioned another person’s demonstration of faith? Have you ever faced ridicule for your own beliefs?
In what ways have you felt that still small voice telling you to do something that feels right, but the loud opinions around you make it tough to follow what God wants? How do you get through that?
Read Genesis 8:21-22, Genesis 9:12-16 and 1 Peter 3:18-22. What promise does God give Noah after the flood? Why do you think He made this promise? Did God change His mind? If so (or not), how does this affect your view of how God "operates"?
Even though evil still exists within us, God chooses to love and care for people anyway. What does this tell you about God?
How has today's study and discussion changed your understanding of the story of Noah?