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The Lord's Prayer Part Three

In this powerful exploration of John 17:11-16, we delve into the profound concept of God's protection and preservation of His people. The central theme revolves around how we are 'kept' by the Father, the Son, and the Word. This keeping isn't just about physical safety, but about our eternal salvation. We're reminded that God is more concerned with our salvation than we are ourselves - a humbling yet comforting truth. The prayer of Jesus reveals the beautiful unity within the Trinity and how this unity extends to believers. As we reflect on this, we're challenged to consider: Are we living as those who are 'kept' by God? Are we allowing His word to transform us daily? This message encourages us to find security in God's promise of preservation, even as we navigate a world that may be hostile to our faith.

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Small Group Guide

Small Group Guide:  The Lord's Prayer - Kept by the Father

Opening Prayer

Discussion Questions:
  1. What does it mean to you that God is "holy" and "Father"? How does this impact your relationship with Him?
  2. The sermon emphasizes that our salvation is secure. How does this truth affect your daily life and faith?
  3. Discuss the concept of being "kept" by God. How have you experienced His protection and preservation in your life?
  4. The pastor mentioned Judas as an example of false conversion. What can we learn from this cautionary tale?
  5. How do you balance being "in the world" but not "of the world"? What challenges do you face?
  6. The sermon talks about the world hating believers. Have you experienced this? How do you respond to opposition?
  7. What does it mean to you that Jesus is praying for believers, even now?

Key Takeaways:
  1. God is more concerned with our salvation than we are.
  2. Believers are kept by the Father, in the Son, and through His Word.
  3. Our joy is made full in Christ, despite the world's hatred.
  4. We are called to be in the world but not of it.


Practical Applications:
  1. Spend time this week meditating on God's holiness and fatherhood. Journal about how these attributes impact your faith.
  2. Identify areas in your life where you struggle to trust God's keeping power. Pray specifically about these areas.
  3. Examine your relationships with non-believers. Are you being salt and light without compromising your faith?
  4. Make a list of ways you can demonstrate your citizenship in heaven while still engaging meaningfully with the world.
  5. Practice sharing your faith with others this week, remembering that you are kept by God even in the face of potential rejection.
  6. Spend time in prayer, thanking Jesus for His ongoing intercession on your behalf.
  7. Reflect on the Lord's table and its significance in light of the truths presented in this sermon. How can you approach communion with renewed appreciation?

Scripture for Further Study:
  • John 17:11-16
  • Philippians 1:6
  • Romans 8:28-30
  • 1 Peter 1:5
  • Matthew 5:13-16

Closing Prayer