7 Statements of the Cross
DISCUSS & ENGAGE THE SCRIPTURES
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1. Of the seven statements of the cross spoken by Jesus, which was most impactful to you as you reflected on it? Why?
- “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke 23:34)
- “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise.”(Luke 23:43)
- “Dear woman, here is your son,” and to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” (John 19:26-27)
- “I am thirsty.” (John 19:28)
- “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Mark 15:34)
- “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” (Luke 23:46)
- “It is finished.” (John 19:30)
2. As we took communion together, how did you experience receiving God’s grace for your life?
3. “I would live on mission this week” was one of the five prayers we prayed in preparation for Easter. What will it look like for you to walk that prayer out by faith? Who are you inviting?
- Circle Challenge: Go to valleycreek.org/easter to download the digital invites and personally send an invite to five people via text or social media by faith.
4. How will you prepare to host Easter at Valley Creek next Sunday?
PRAY
As a Circle, spend time praying these prayers out loud together:
- Jesus would be lifted up
- We would have eyes to see and ears to hear
- God’s kindness would lead to repentance
- This place would be filled with the tangible presence and power of God
- Our Circle would live on mission this week
MISSIONAL MOVE: CREATE THE FUTURE
For resources and a digital commitment card, visit valleycreek.org/missionalmove.