People love a good conspiracy theory. Rumors of war and destruction have been passed around as long as there have been those willing to listen. People in first-century Jerusalem were certainly no exception. With political tensions rising and Roman soldiers standing guard, there was no shortage of prophets and prognosticators predicting open conflict between the Jews and the Romans. Jesus’ disciples had heard all the predictions before, but they weren’t prepared for what Jesus had to say on the subject. Join us for the conclusion of Tipping Point, where we hear Jesus describe the end of religion as we know it.
Luke 21:5-38
The destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple, described by Jesus in Luke 21, occurred at the hands of the _____ in _____ _____.
Jesus came to _____ _____ _____.
The destruction of the temple _____ Jesus’ _____.
The destruction of the temple signified the _____ to the _____.
Keep your _____ _____, your _____ _____, and your _____ _____.
Use this outline for personal reflection, as a couples or family devotion, or with a small group.
Join us today at 5 p.m., in the sanctuary, for our Deacon Ordination. Immediately after, we will have our Quarterly Celebration and Annual Chili Cook-off in the MFC.
Discuss your group plans for celebrating Christ in the Passover sometime in March or early April. If you need more information, please email cindyg@aspirejax.org.
On a scale of one to ten, how competitive are you? What makes you so competitive? What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy competition?
Is there someone you envy? What do you envy about that person? How often do you struggle with envy? What can you do this week to decrease the envy you feel? Talk about it, invite accountability, and take time to pray together.
This week we will begin reading through the Gospel of Matthew along with some key Old Testament passages. Invite the Holy Spirit to prepare your heart and mind as we reflect on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.
The Last Days According to Jesus by R.C. Sproul
The Day the Revolution Began by N.T. Wright
Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright
Check out these books from our suggested reading list at https://bit.ly/AspireSMB.
