Fearless Church Podcast

WEEK 1 OF 3  // Chris WilliamsWhy do you think "Don't Hide" is popular in the Fearless Code?What parts of your life are you most tempted to "hide" from those who know you best?Read aloud 1 Kings 19:1-8. What parts of this story can you relate to the most? Why?In your opinion, why did God choose to provide first for Elijah's physical needs? How does God's physical provision for you affect your faith in His mental, emotional, and relational provision for you?Read aloud Galatians 6:2 in at least three different translations. What burdens are the easiest for you to share with the group? Physical, Emotional, financial, relational, mental health, etc.In your opinion, what is one simple thing the group can do to learn how to share one another's burdens?Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 3 OF 3  // Chris WilliamsWho in your life right now would most benefit from going to Fearless Man Camp? How can you best reach out and invite them this week?Read aloud James 1:2-4. What part of this passage stands out to you the most?Read aloud Romans 8:18-30. What part of this passage is most confusing to you? How can we help one another better understand the confusing parts of this passage?Pastor Chris described discouragement as "an understanding that leads to an expectation that does not match reality." When have you experienced this in your own life?Read aloud Psalm 42:5 in at least three different Bible translations. What would it look like for you to "put your hope in God" in the middle of a hard season of discouragement?How might we best pray for you this week? Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 2 OF 3  // Chris WilliamsAs the weather gets warmer and the days grow longer, what are you looking forward to this Spring?Read aloud Hebrews 11:1 as a group. Work together to try and reword this verse so a child can understand it.What were some common doubts people have about God that Pastor Chris shared? Which one stood out to you the most?Read aloud Mark 9:21-24. When have you ever needed Jesus to "Help your unbelief"?Read aloud Matthew 28:16-20. Why do you think Jesus did not address the disciples' doubt?Which of the five steps for navigating doubt that Pastor Chris shared was most meaningful to you? Why?  Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 1 OF 3  // Chris WilliamsWhat is your favorite Easter candy? What is your least favorite Easter candy?In your opinion, why is church sometimes a difficult place to talk about our doubts and discouragements?Read aloud John 20:24-29. What part of this story can you relate to the most? Why?Read aloud John 20:29 in at least three different translations. Why do you think Jesus says people who believe without seeing are blessed?Please share with your group a time when you experience a season of doubt and discouragement in your faith journey. What did you learn from that season?Read aloud 1 Peter 1:6-9. What stands out to you the most in this passage?Who should you invite to attend or watch this next sermon series called "Valleys"?  Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 4 OF 4  // Chris WilliamsWho was the first person to invite you or bring you to church? How did they ask you? Why do you think you accepted their invitation?Who do you plan on inviting to attend an Easter service with you this year? How do you plan to ask them?As a group, take a few moments to pray for those you plan to invite to attend Easter service with you.Pastor Chris said we engage in politics as we pray, pursue, participate, and trust. Which of these is most challenging for you? Why?Read aloud Ephesians 4:29. How does this verse change how we talk about specific politicians or political issues?Pastor Chris said we need to use political conversations to lead to Gospel conversations. In your opinion, what are some practical ways to do this?    Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 3 OF 4  // Stephen JulianDiscussion Questions:How do you contribute to the "Madness" of the world around you?Do you see your heart as headed toward Jesus or away from him? What is the evidence for this?Stephen shared five practical actions we could take. Which one will you focus on during the season?Have you ever tried to protect Jesus from someone because you disagreed with their beliefs or actions?How might reading scripture with heart direction in mind change how you view people in your everyday world? Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 2 OF 4  // Chris WilliamsDiscussion Questions:Is there anyone in your life right now that you believe it would be a good idea to invite to Fearless Man Camp? If so, how do you plan to ask them to sign up?Read aloud Romans 12:18. What are some critical ways you could apply this command to your life over the next 30 days?Read aloud Matthew 10:16-20. What part of this passage stands out to you the most? Why?Pastor Chris said that one way we can allow the Holy Spirit to speak through us is to remember we are the "S.A.L.T." of the earth. What does each letter of this acronym stand for?Which part of the  "S.A.L.T." acronym is most challenging for you? Why do you think that part is such a challenge for you?What is one thing you think God wants you to do after hearing this message?Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 1 OF 4  // Andy HahnDiscussion Questions:In what ways do you see or feel the 'Madness' of the world around you?What are the subjects/areas that you, your friend, or family often debate or argue about?Pastor Andy shared a word picture (3 Buckets of Belief) to use as a tool to help sort out our beliefs/practices. Offer a personal example of one or two things you have in each "bucket" (convictions - persuasions - opinions).Have you ever had the aha moment of realizing that maybe you had put something you believe in the wrong 'bucket'? What was it, and how or why did you make a change?Are there any current beliefs or practices (faith or otherwise) you feel prompted to reassess or think more about? What are they? Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 4 OF 4  // Chris WilliamsDiscussion Questions:If you are married or currently dating someone, please share with our group how the two of you met. What were your first impressions of one another?Read 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Romans 12:2 aloud. What do you think is the main idea for each of these verses? How might you combine these two ideas into one simple statement?Pastor Chris shared three qualities we should look for in someone we date. What were the three qualities? What would you add or take away from this list? Why?Read aloud Ephesians 1:16-20. What parts of this prayer might be good for a future spouse for yourself, your children, or others?In your opinion, why does God instruct us to wait until marriage to have sex with the person we love?How can we best pray for you this week?  ,Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 3 OF 4  // Chris WilliamsDiscussion Questions:What experience do you have with being a single adult actively involved in a church? In your opinion, how are single adults often thought about church?Have you ever considered being single as a gift from God? In your opinion, why is the gift of singleness often not considered a gift but rather an unwanted burden?Read aloud 1 Corinthians 7:32-24. Why does Paul view being single as a gift from God?Read aloud Philippians 4:11-13. Try to summarize what Paul is saying in these verses. How would you apply these verses in your own life?Pastor Chris said, "Jesus must become our first and greatest pursuit." What would it look like for Jesus to be your first and greatest pursuit this week?How can we, as a group, best show love, care, and support for single adults at Fearless Chruch?   Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 2 OF 4  //  Andy HahnDiscussion Questions:On a 1-10 scale, how comfortable are you talking about issues related to sex/intimacy? Why did you use the number you did?What or who shaped your view about sex growing up? How has that affected you, your relationships, and your marriage (if married) for good or bad?The 'big idea' today was that God designed sex to be a powerful and pleasurable point of connection within a marriage. Where do you agree or disagree with this idea? How are you encouraged by it? How does it challenge you?Personally, what are your roadblocks or growth areas when it comes to the issue of sex/intimacy in your marriage? If unmarried, what are your specific challenges and growth areas with this issue?What is one step you want or need to take in response to this message? Do any of the START HERE suggestions apply to you? Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 1 OF 4  //  Andy HahnDiscussion Questions:Have you ever been in love? If so, what most drew you to that person? If you're searching for love, what are you most looking for in another person?Read Philippians 2:3-4. How would you define/describe "sacrificial love" based on these verses? How does humility contribute to valuing others above ourselves?Share a personal experience when you intentionally looked out for the interests of someone else.How do you strike a balance between taking care of yourself and prioritizing the needs of others?EXTRA CREDIT:Andy suggested doing a Relational Check-up for an important relationship in your life. Work through the three check-up questions individually and/or together:How am I being humble and serving well? In what ways am I "keeping score"?What is a step I can take to be more sacrificial?Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 3 OF 3  //  Chris WilliamsDiscussion Questions:In your opinion or experience, why are people often reluctant to join a local church?Read Philippians 2:2 aloud in at least three different translations. As a group, work together to rewrite this verse in your own words.Read Ephesians 4:16 aloud. Based on this passage, why do you think it's so important that a person commit to serve in a local church?Read aloud 2 Corinthians 9:7. Why do you think it's often uncomfortable to talk about giving to the local church?Pastor Chris said we commit to telling others about Jesus through investment, invitations, and conversations. Which of these three is your next faith step?What are your thoughts and feelings about signing up to officially become an ALL-IN Member at Fearless Church in 2024?Please remind everyone in your group that they can sign up to become an ALL-IN Member at befearless.org.    Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 2 OF 3  //  Dave SudduthDiscussion Questions:What has your experience been when you've tried to practice your faith in isolation?Look up a list of "one another" verses. Which ones seem easy? Which seems tough? Do any worry you?What does it look like for you to take new ground regarding these verses?What is your next step to connect to God's people at Fearless?Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 1 OF 3  //  Chris WilliamsDiscussion Questions:Please share with our group when you signed up for something but didn't follow through. Why do you think you didn't follow through?Describe to us your personal experience with church membership. For you, is church membership important? Why or why not?Read aloud Philippians 3:10-14. What part of this passage stands out to you most? Why?Pasto Chris suggested three ways you might "Take New Ground to Follow God's Son" in 2024. What were the three ways? Which way did you most connect with?Read aloud 1 Corinthians 12:12-21. How does this passage challenge your personal view of church membership?What is one thing we can pray for you this week?  Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 1 OF 1  //  Chris WilliamsSermon Locations and Times:As you think about 2024, what are you most looking forward to this year? Why?Do you like to use the New Year to set goals and make new commitments? Why or why not?As a group, read aloud Habakkuk 2:1-3. Have you ever experienced God giving you a vision of what He wants to do in your life? If so, please share this vision with your group. Part of the ADD ONE initiative that Pastor Chirs shared was to " ADD ONE Disciple." How and with whom will you invest time to help guide them towards a real relationship with Jesus in 2024?How can your group best help you ADD ONE Disciple in 2024?Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 4 OF 4  //  Chris WilliamsSermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 3 OF 4  //  Brian TateDiscussion Questions:Share some good news that has happened to you in the past few weeks.Share a time that you received some bad news and how you felt.What Jesus has done (past), what Jesus is doing (present, or what Jesus will do (future): Which one is easier for you to share? Why? Which one is more difficult for you to share? Why?How often are you sharing the good news of what Jesus is doing daily in your life? What can you do to increase that?Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 2 OF 4  //  Laine MeekDiscussion Questions:Discuss times in life when you felt happy.How long did that happiness last?Have you ever experienced true joy? Explain.What current pursuits to happiness are getting in the way of you experiencing pure joy? Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.

WEEK 1 OF 4  //  Matt MisslerDiscussion Questions:Have you ever prayed and felt like God was silent like you weren't getting any answers or direction? How has that feeling affected your prayers going forward?When you've experienced painful seasons of life, have you been more likely to cling closer to God or to push away from God? Why do you think that is?Describe a time when something difficult has ultimately produced good character in you.What practical step can you take this week to begin feeling grateful amid your unresolved circumstances? If you took that step, how do you think it would change the way you worship?Spend a few moments praying (on your own or with a group). "God, I want an 'even if kind of faith. I may not be perfect at it, but I'm choosing to trust you and worship you, even if I don't understand or if I don't get an immediate answer to my prayers."Sermon Locations and Times: Sundays Services are at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at 2601 E Alex Bell Rd Dayton, OH 45459 You can join us online on Facebook or YouTube at 11:00 AM.