KE Group Questions
Week of March 29, 2026

Summary
This Palm Sunday youth service focused on the marks of the crucified life from Galatians 6:17-18. Youth directors Caleb and Talia taught about spiritual ownership and what it means to bear the marks of Christ. They explained how Paul's physical scars from persecution testified to his ownership by Jesus, and challenged the congregation to examine what marks they bear in their own lives. The message emphasized that true faith should result in visible transformation - like the blind beggar in John 9 who was unrecognizable after his healing. They called for authentic Christianity that goes beyond performance, urging believers to surrender anything that keeps them in chains and to clothe themselves daily with Christ's presence.

Ice Breaker
If you could have any kind of mark or tattoo that would instantly tell people something important about you, what would it be and why?

Key Verses
  • Galatians 6:17-18
  • 2 Corinthians 5:17
  • John 9
  • Romans 12:19-20
  • Romans 13:13-14

Questions
  • What does it mean to 'bear the marks of Christ' in our modern context, since we may not face physical persecution like Paul did?
  • How can we tell the difference between genuine transformation and just performing good works to look spiritual?
  • In the story of the blind beggar, people didn't recognize him after his healing. What does this teach us about the kind of change Christ brings?
  • Caleb and Talia asked what marks we bear - what are some 'marks' that things other than Christ might leave on our lives?
  • When someone cuts you off in traffic or wrongs you, what is your first instinct? How can we 'clothe ourselves with Christ' in those moments?
  • What does it mean that being a 'slave of Christ' is actually freeing rather than binding?
  • How can we examine our lives to see if our actions truly reflect that Jesus is our master?
  • What are some practical ways we can 'put on Christ' daily, like putting on clothes each morning?

Life Application
This week, identify one area of your life where you may be bearing marks of something other than Christ (anger, materialism, pride, etc.). Each morning, consciously 'put on Christ' by surrendering that area to Him and asking for His strength to live differently. At the end of each day, reflect on how you represented Christ in your interactions with others.

Key Takeaways
  • True faith in Christ should result in visible transformation that makes us unrecognizable to our old way of life
  • The marks we bear reveal who or what truly owns us - our actions and lifestyle testify to our real master
  • Being a slave of Christ is actually freedom because He is the only one who can truly free us from sin's chains
  • We must daily choose to 'clothe ourselves with Christ' rather than indulging our flesh
  • Authentic Christianity goes beyond performance - it requires genuine heart change that affects how we live when no one is watching

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  -