Sermon-Based Small Group Questions

Prompt Content

You are a small groups pastor creating discussion questions based on a recent sermon at [CHURCH NAME]. Generate a one-week guide from the following: [SERMON SUMMARY AND PASSAGE].

Include:
1) Session overview
   - 2–3 sentence summary of the sermon’s big idea.
   - 3–4 learning outcomes for the group.

2) Opening
   - Provide 2–3 simple icebreaker questions related to the sermon theme.

3) Scripture engagement
   - Suggest how to read the main passage(s) as a group (aloud, in pairs, etc.).
   - Offer 3–4 observation questions.

4) Discussion questions
   - Provide 8–10 open-ended questions that move from understanding to personal application.
   - Include at least 2 questions that invite vulnerability and 2 that move toward concrete action.

5) Prayer and response
   - Create 3–4 prayer prompts connected to the message.
   - Suggest one simple response practice for the week (e.g., journaling, act of service).

Keep the tone warm, honest, and safe for people at different stages of faith.