The Delight of the Lord (Afternoon)
Isaiah 61-62:7
Discussion Questions
What most stands out to you in the Scripture and why?
Prior to reading this Scripture or hearing this week's sermon, if someone asked you what you think God really feels or sees when he looks at you what would you have said?
What does it stir up within you to read in this passage about how much the Lord delights in you and how much potential he sees in you (if helpful feel free to also read Zephaniah 3:17)?
In Luke 4:21, Jesus asserts his incarnation and ministry is the fulfillment of this prophecy. How then do the first few verses of Isaiah 61 inform our understanding of why Jesus came to the world?
What reactions or responses do you have to Joel's assertion that "there is no such thing as a joyless follower of Jesus?"
What are some things that can move us from dutiful, joyless service of God to joy-filled worship of God?
How could your joy in Christ be an evangelistic tool this week?
