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Discussion guide
### Bible Study Discussion Guide
#### Bible Reading
1. Micah 6:8 (ESV) - "He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?"
2. James 2:14-17 (ESV) - "What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, 'Go in peace, be warmed and filled,' without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead."
#### Observation Questions
1. What are the three actions that Micah 6:8 calls us to embody in our lives?
2. According to James 2:14-17, what is the relationship between faith and works?
3. In the sermon, what does the pastor mean by moving from "shouters" to "showers"? ([27:33])
4. What are the six options from "The Party Crasher" mentioned in the sermon for engaging with our communities? ([45:37])
#### Interpretation Questions
1. How does Micah's call to "do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God" challenge the way we live out our faith in today's world? ([29:29])
2. What does the concept of "hesed" or loving kindness mean, and how can it be applied in our interactions with others? ([34:43])
3. How does James' teaching that "faith without works is dead" apply to the way we engage with social and political issues? ([41:30])
4. What does it mean to walk humbly with God in the context of making Jesus the core driver of all our decisions, including political ones? ([36:07])
#### Application Questions
1. Reflect on your daily life. How can you actively "do justice" in your community? Are there specific actions you can take this week to address an injustice you see around you? ([29:29])
2. Think of a relationship where you can show "hesed" love. What steps can you take to demonstrate this faithful, covenantal love, even if it is not reciprocated? ([34:43])
3. Evaluate your political views and actions. How can you ensure that your faith informs your politics rather than the other way around? What changes might you need to make? ([36:07])
4. Identify a practical way to serve someone in need this week. How can you ensure that your faith is accompanied by works, as James teaches? ([41:30])
5. Choose one of the six options from "The Party Crasher" that resonates with you. What steps can you take to engage with your community or a specific issue in a meaningful way? ([45:37])
6. Reflect on a time when you were more of a "shouter" than a "shower." How can you change your approach to be more constructive and loving in future interactions? ([27:33])
7. Consider hosting a Jefferson dinner. Who would you invite, and what topic would you discuss to foster understanding and bridge divides? ([52:19])
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