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Are you simply admiring Jesus, or are you learning to live like Him? The difference between the two shapes everything about your faith journey. In this message, we break down the steps to becoming an apprentice of Jesus: moving from belief in Him to embodying the faith of Him. Through the 5 R’s—Raise, Reevaluate, Reprioritize, Rebuild, and Replicate—you’ll discover a clear pathway for spiritual growth, no matter where you are in your journey. Are you ready to take the next step?

Set List

Small Group Questions

From Admirer to Apprentice

Karl Romeus
Nov 17th, 2024

// Bible References: Rom 12:1-2; 1 Cor 6:20; Deut 15:21; Mark 9:2-3; Heb 11:6; Ecc 4:9-10; Mat 6:33, 28:19; James 1:2-4

// Community Question: Describe the traits of a person you admire. In what ways do you try to emulate them?

// Discussion Questions

1. Karl talked about how admiration alone doesn't equate to true spiritual growth, and that being an apprentice means actively following and learning from Jesus. What does it mean to move from being an admirer of Jesus to becoming His apprentice, and why is this transition important? Reflect on a time when you felt like you were just admiring Jesus. What steps can you take to become more involved in your spiritual journey?
2. Karl mentioned that we can easily drift from Jesus’ mission when we are not intentional about our spiritual formation. What are some common distractions or cultural influences that might pull us away from our apprenticeship with Jesus? Think about your daily life. What specific distractions do you face that might be pulling you away from being an apprentice of Jesus?
3. Karl introduced the '5 R’s' of spiritual formation. The 5 R’s serve as a pathway for spiritual growth, helping individuals to raise expectations, reevaluate community, reprioritize life, rebuild faith, and replicate their impact. How do you think these stages can help someone grow in their faith? Which of the 5 R’s do you feel you are currently struggling with, and what steps can you take to address this?
4. The “Rebuild Faith” stage discusses moments of crisis that challenge our faith, which can lead to deep transformation if we trust God during those times. What does facing 'the Wall' mean in your spiritual journey, and how does it provide an opportunity for growth according to the sermon? Have you ever faced a difficult time in your faith? How did that experience shape your understanding of God?
5. The “Reevaluate” stage discusses the importance of having biblical community, which can draw us closer to Christ. How can you identify and cultivate authentic biblical community in your life, and in what ways are your current relationships influencing your spiritual growth and journey towards Christ?

// Challenge: The “Replicate Impact” stage reminds us that our journey of faith is not just for ourselves but for sharing with others and making disciples. If you are at this stage, who is someone you can invest in to help them grow in their faith? What steps will you take to begin that relationship?