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Sunday's message by Grant Yarger! https://youtu.be/F8VNC0TOGZs DISCUSSION QUESTIONS / 5-DAY READING PLAN  Day 1 – Read Chapter 1  Verses 5-10 speak about the importance of recognizing and confessing our sins. Why do you think we cannot just be free of sin?  Day 2 – Read Chapter 2  The early verses in this chapter reference Jesus speaking to the Father in our defense. Also in these verses, Jesus is referred to as the atoning sacrifice for our sins. What does this mean to you?  Day 3 – Read Chapter 3  What guidance does John give about some specific ways we are to love one another?  Day 4 – Read Chapter 4  Since God is love, what does John teach us about how we can use God’s example and inspiration to show love to others? Can’t we just choose to love others on our own? Why or why not?  Day 5 – Read Chapter 5  John speaks of the importance of overcoming the world; in other words, overcoming the battle over the lure and temptations of the world. How can we tap into God’s power to overcome the world?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUqttDFuffk DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: 1. Share of a time in your life where you felt the most rested.  2. What makes you feel the most weary and burdened in your life right now? How does your own pride relate to your current weariness? 3. What would it look like for you to come to Jesus in order to experience true rest? How does being yoked to Him give you that inward rest even though your outward circumstances might not change? 4. Share what you learn about Jesus being GENTLE (having the character of meekness, or strength under control). Share what you learn about Jesus being Lowly (humble and willing to associate with those of low status). How do these two characteristics reveal Christ’s heart toward you personally? How does it impact your heart toward Him? 5. As disciples, we are called to learn from Jesus and imitate His ways. How might you live out a heart of gentleness and lowliness toward those closest to you?