4.20.25 - People of Shalom (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: John 20-21

YOU CAN ALSO READ KENNY’S MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS MESSAGE HERE!

REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

1. Can you think of a time when you were afraid of something that held you back from caring for others or for a specific situation?

2. Why do you think the fear of death can hold us back from experiencing shalom, or wholeness, in our lives?

3. What does it mean to you that Jesus defeated the grave, and how can this belief change the way you view challenges in your own life?

4. In John 20:19-23, Jesus says 'Shalom be with you' to his disciples after his resurrection. Why do you think he chose to say this first?

5. How can you extend peace to those around you, especially in challenging situations?

6. How does the story of Peter's denial and restoration relate to the theme of second chances and extending shalom? Can you identify an area in your life where you can offer a second chance to someone?

7. What practical ways can we, as a community, work together to extend shalom to those in need, as mentioned in the sermon?

8. What is one step you can take this week to reach out and help someone in your community?