Community Group Questions
Sabbath Sermon - 2/16/25
Joy as a Discipline: The sermon highlighted that joy is not just a feeling but also a condition and a discipline. How can we actively cultivate joy in our daily lives, especially when our circumstances don’t naturally lend themselves to it?
Sabbath as Delight: The sermon spoke about Sabbath as a day of delight and celebration. In your own experience, what has been one of the most enjoyable or delightful activities you’ve engaged in during your Sabbath, and how has it impacted your perspective on rest?
Slowing Down: One key takeaway was that hurry and joy are incompatible. What are some practical ways you can slow down and create space for delight in your life, especially in a culture that often prioritizes speed and productivity?
Beauty and Gratitude: Wendell Berry’s poetry was mentioned as a way to appreciate the beauty in the world. How can we incorporate more practices of beauty and gratitude into our Sabbaths or everyday life, and how do you think it impacts our relationship with God?
Sabbath Sadness: The sermon addressed “Sabbath sadness,” especially when our hearts are heavy. How do you handle moments of sadness or anxiety during your Sabbath, and how can we support one another in these moments to still experience God’s peace and joy?