Table Talk | August 24-25

Kyle Patrick   -   August 26, 2024

Key Takeaways:

  1. The Minor Prophets consist of 12 books in the Old Testament, addressing various nations and peoples.
  2. These books primarily focus on calling people to repentance and warning of imminent judgment.
  3. The prophecies are rooted in the covenant God made with Israel in Deuteronomy.
  4. Common themes include the Day of the Lord, Messianic prophecies, and justice.
  5. The Minor Prophets point to humanity’s need for a Savior and ultimately to Jesus Christ.

Discussion Questions:

  1. What was your initial understanding of the Minor Prophets before this weekend? How has it changed?

  1. God’s judgment often came because people abandoned their covenant with Him. How do you see this principle applying to our relationship with God today?

  1. Discuss the concept of the “Day of the Lord.” How does it balance judgment and hope?

  1. How do the Messianic prophecies in the Minor Prophets strengthen your faith in Jesus as the promised Messiah?

  1. The message emphasized the theme of justice in the Minor Prophets. How can we, as believers, pursue and promote God’s justice in our world today?

  1. We were warned against directly equating modern nations with Israel or Judah. Why is this important, and how should we approach applying these prophecies to our current context?

  1. Reflect on the quote from Habakkuk 3. How can we cultivate a faith that rejoices in God even in difficult circumstances?

Practical Applications:

  1. Commit to reading one Minor Prophet book each week during this sermon series. Use the daily devotionals provided by texting “Bible” to 64567.

  1. Identify one area in your life where you may have “abandoned your covenant” with God. Take steps to repent and realign yourself with His will.

  1. Research a current social need in your community or globally. Discuss as a group how you can respond in a way that reflects God’s heart.

  1. Memorize one Messianic prophecy from the Minor Prophets and reflect on how Jesus fulfilled it.

  1. Practice looking for the “thread of hope” in challenging situations this week, remembering God’s faithfulness even in times of judgment.

  1. Consider how you can be part of the “faithful remnant” in today’s world. What might that look like in your daily life?

  1. Pray for a renewed understanding of God’s character as revealed through the Minor Prophets, asking Him to deepen your faith and obedience.