Sunday Worship

September 15th, 2024

 

“Internal Problems”

Nehemiah 5:1-5

Rev. Tyler Dirks

 

Sermon Audio

 

Sermon Outline:

  1. Gremlins
  2. Greed
  3. Groan

Reflection Questions:

  1. Tell about a time you experienced an internal problem (swap “Internal Problem” stories with a friend, or type up an “Internal Problem” story on your computer).
  2. When was a time you naively believed that certain communities don’t have internal problems?
  3. Honestly… is materialism and affluenza actually a problem? If so, why is NO ONE putting up any kind of serious resistance against it? What would it even look like to resist consumerism in your everyday life?
  4. As you contemplate Paul’s writings about groaning in 2 Corinthians 5 and Romans 8, how do you understand and apply groaning to be a good thing (distinct from grumbling or grouchiness)? Why is it so freeing and joyful for James to invite rich people into groaning in James 5:1-3?