KE Group Questions
Week of February 8, 2026

Summary
Pastor Steve Rahter delivered a message on Galatians 3:13-29, contrasting the law of Moses with the promise given to Abraham. He explained that the law was like a house of cards - breaking one part meant receiving all the curses, but Christ took those curses upon himself at the cross. The law served as a tutor to show us our need for righteousness, which we cannot achieve on our own. Abraham received righteousness through faith, not works, and this same promise is available to all believers. Laurie Rahter followed with a testimony about the dangers of legalism and religious thinking, emphasizing that we are called to relationship with Jesus, not religious performance. She warned against religious spirits that try to keep believers in bondage through lists and performance-based thinking, encouraging the congregation to walk in grace, faith, and freedom as throne room dwelling people.

Ice Breaker
If you could choose between following a very detailed instruction manual for life or having a trusted friend guide you through decisions, which would you prefer and why?

Key Verses
  1. Galatians 3:13
  2. Galatians 3:24
  3. Galatians 3:26-29
  4. Colossians 2:13-14
  5. Deuteronomy 27:26

Questions
  1. How does understanding that Christ took the curse of the law upon himself change your perspective on your relationship with God?
  2. Pastor Steve used the analogy of a house of cards to describe the law. How does this help you understand why we can't earn righteousness through our own efforts?
  3. What's the difference between the law serving as a 'tutor' versus trying to live under the law for righteousness? How have you experienced this in your own life?
  4. Lori mentioned that religious spirits often hang out in churches. What are some signs that we might be operating in religious performance rather than relationship with Jesus?
  5. How can we tell if we're living by faith like Abraham versus trying to earn God's approval through our actions?
  6. What does it mean to be 'clothed with Christ' and how should this impact our daily identity and behavior?
  7. The message emphasized that we are 'throne room dwelling people.' How does this truth change the way you approach prayer, worship, and daily challenges?
  8. How can we help each other stay free from legalistic thinking while still pursuing holiness and obedience to God?

Life Application
This week, examine your heart for any 'lists' or performance-based thinking that might be creeping into your relationship with God. Ask the Holy Spirit to show you if you're trying to earn God's love or approval through your actions rather than resting in the finished work of Christ. Practice declaring your identity as a child of God who is seated with Christ in heavenly places, and when you catch yourself falling into religious performance, remind yourself that you are clothed with Christ's righteousness, not your own.

Key Takeaways
  1. Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us on the cross
  2. The law served as a tutor to show us our need for righteousness, which we cannot achieve on our own
  3. We inherit God's promises through faith like Abraham, not through keeping the law like Moses
  4. Religious performance leads to bondage, fear, and condemnation, while relationship with Jesus brings freedom and grace
  5. We are throne room dwelling people, clothed with Christ's righteousness and seated with him in heavenly places

Importance  of KE Groups

Growing spiritually takes a daily personal walk with God and a gathering together in fellowship with other believers.

Our corporate gathering is for equipping the saints, but meeting in small groups allows regular individual
participation so that personal needs can be addressed.

Small groups also foster growth in ministering the gifts of the Holy Spirit, accountability, and the support
necessary to be a healthy member of the family of God.

The leadership of Praise Tabernacle has encouraged group leaders to be missional and evangelistic
in their approach to leading these groups.

The ultimate goal is Kingdom Expansion.

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GROUP LOCATIONS


Egg Harbor Township
Wednesday Nights @ 6:30 pm - Andy & Lori Holman's home -


1st & 3rd Wednesday Nights @ 7:00 pm - Terry & Sue Luma's home -


Mays Landing
1st Wednesdays, 7 pm - Host: Pastor Josh & Loraine Kennedy;


3rd Wednesdays, 7 pm - Host: Matt & Elise Lucas;

4th Wednesday, 7 pm - Host: Caleb & Tahlia Wilkes;


Reach out to Pastor Josh if you have any questions: (609) 402-8869

Egg Harbor City
2nd & 4th Wednesday Nights @  6:30pm - Eddie Aponte's home -


Galloway
2nd & 4th Wednesday Nights @  6:30pm -Greg & Regina's home


Ocean View
Sunday Nights (Every 1st & 3rd) @ 6pm - Joanne Utt's Home  -