7. Jesus: His Death Brings Life
Goal: To examine the reason for Jesus’ death.
Readings and Videos:
Bible Passage: John 3:16, Romans 5:8-11
Alpha – Cross: Why Did Jesus Die? (19:00 – Link begins video at 4:31)
Parent Youth Conversation: Suggested questions
What did you learn about God?
What did you learn about Man?
How might this impact our life?
What questions or insights do we have after the Bible reading or video?
TEXT Conversation: Suggested Questions
Why did Jesus die for us?
Why are forgiveness and reconciliation important to relationships?
What do Jesus’ death and resurrection mean for us and our future?
What questions or insights do you have about the reading, video, and discussion?
8. Faith: A Relationship with God Based on Trust
Goal: To examine faith and its necessity for a relationship with God.
Readings and Videos:
Bible Passage: John 3:16-21, John 14:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
Alpha – Faith: How Can We Have Faith? (21:00 – Link begins video at 2:23)
Parent Youth Conversation: Suggested questions
What did you learn about God?
What did you learn about Man?
How might this impact our life?
What questions or insights do we have after the Bible reading or video?
TEXT Conversation: Suggested Questions
What do you think about Christianity being described as a relationship with God?
Why would we need to trust Jesus to be saved?
What does the Bible mean that if we are in Christ, we are a new creation?
What questions or insights do you have about the reading, video, and discussion?
If you have never trusted Jesus, what keeps you from trusting or having faith in Him?
If nothing is keeping you from trusting in Jesus, do you want to make that decision today, right now? Why or why not?