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### Summary
In this sermon, Rebecca shares a story about Lee Strobel and his
unexpected impact through evangelism, illustrating the power of
sharing faith even when it seems challenging. This leads into a
discussion of the Parable of the Four Soils from Matthew 13,
highlighting different types of hearts and their receptivity to God’s
word. Rebecca emphasizes the importance of being generous in sharing
the gospel and allowing God, the gardener, to change hearts. The
sermon concludes with a call to self-reflection on our own hearts and
a challenge to spread the message of God generously.
### Ice Breaker Question
– Share about a time when you had an unexpected encounter that made a
lasting impact on you.
### Discussion Questions
1. How do you relate to the different types of soil mentioned in the
Parable of the Four Soils? Which one resonates most with your current
spiritual state?
– **Cross Reference**: Matthew 13:1-23
2. What are some barriers in your life that might prevent you from
fully receiving God’s word? How can you address these barriers?
– **Cross Reference**: Hebrews 12:1-2
3. Lee Strobel’s story highlights “ricochet evangelism.” Can you think
of a time when your actions or words impacted someone unexpectedly?
– **Cross Reference**: 1 Peter 3:15
4. The sermon discusses the importance of listening. How can we become
better listeners to God’s word in our daily lives?
– **Cross Reference**: James 1:19-25
5. Reflect on the concept of being wildly generous with the gospel.
What are practical ways you can share your faith with others around
you?
### Suggested Prayer Prompts
– Pray for God to reveal and remove any barriers in your heart that
prevent you from fully receiving His word.
– Ask God to help you be bold and generous in sharing the gospel with
those around you.
– Invite God to place someone on your heart who needs to hear His
message, and pray for opportunities to share with them.
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