When do we need a promise?
- Promises come in all shapes and sizes.
- When do we need a promise?
- The Lord promised to provide deliverance to the world through the Righteous Branch of King David (Jesus).
Jeremiah 33:14-16
Jeremiah 33:14 – The Lord made His promise personally.
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Jeremiah 33:15 – The Lord would deliver His promise through a King.
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Jeremiah 33:16 – The Lord promised to bring redemption.
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- 2 Corinthians 5:17
- Jesus is all you need
- Receive the Promise of Salvation
Discussion Guide
Complete your homework before your group meets.
CHECKING IN
What is one high and one low from last week?
CONVERSATION
- What was your favorite part of the service last Sunday?(MULTILINE)
- Can you recall the last promise you made? Did you keep it?(MULTILINE)
CONSIDERATION
- As part of your S.I.P.S. (Sing, Investigate, Pray, Stay) for today, read Jeremiah 33:14-16 and then answer the following questions.
- What is the significance of the Lord saying “I” in these verses?(MULTILINE)
- Explain the meaning of the “righteous branch.”(MULTILINE)
- What was the Lord saving the people from?(MULTILINE)
- How would these verses bring comfort to the Old Testament saints during the exile?(MULTILINE)
- The prophet Isaiah also spoke of Jesus as the righteous branch. Read Isaiah 11:1-5 and note the similarities and differences.(MULTILINE)
- This passage was written when the destruction of Jerusalem was imminent. It was a time of difficulty. What lessons can we learn in times of difficulty?(MULTILINE)
- This passage is often read or taught at Christmastime. Why do you think that is?(MULTILINE)
CONNECTION
- How do these verses inspire you to keep going through the middle of difficulty?(MULTILINE)
- What evidence is there that you are trusting the Lord?(MULTILINE)