SERVE DAY:

Serve Day is Saturday, May 16! Grab a friend, your family, or come on your own and meet some other Bridgeway folks while serving the communities near to us.  Get yourself and others signed up online today!

DISCUSSION GUIDE: April 19 – Dr. Ron Aulbach

“Why Jesus Can’t Be Just Another Prophet”

LIFE:  What are your thoughts on triathlon participation?  A. I’ve done one 

1. I would like to do one   C. Those people are insane

ENGAGE THE MESSAGE:

1. Read John 14:6, Romans 3:23, Matthew 26:52
2. Islam says Jesus is a prophet. Who does Jesus say He is?
3. Islam says disobedience is the problem. What does the Bible say the problem is?
4. Why doesn’t just being more obedient solve the problems of the world?
5. Jesus’ kingdom is advanced through sacrifice not conquest. What have you sacrificed lately for others?
6. Give an example of how you have seen sacrifice win someone over versus by force?
7. What areas of life do you have your sword drawn? What might Jesus be challenging you to do differently?
8. How can you choose to follow Jesus and respond like Him today?

MAKE DISCIPLES:   Invite someone to church for this series. This is part of the Great Commission for believers to reach all people and share the Good News.

MAKING SENSE OF A BROKEN WORLD CLASS:

How does Christianity make sense of evil, human dignity, and hope in a world that often feels broken? This 3-session class explores The Story of Reality and shows how the Christian story explains the world as it really is—and why hope still prevails. Signups are coming out soon! Classes will be March 16, 23 and 30 from 6:30p-7:45p (stay after and discuss with your group if you’d like!)

DISCUSSION GUIDE: January 25 – Ron Aulbach

“Knocked Down a Notch”

LIFE:  What are your thoughts on Chili? Love all of it? Want none of it? Want something in the middle? 

ENGAGE THE MESSAGE:

1. Read Luke 18:9-14.
2. What is wrong with the things that the Pharisee in this story is doing?  Compare these things to the tax collector’s behavior and prayer.  
3. Which one from the story do you identify with the most?
4. Describe one way (big or small) in which you’ve felt entitled in the past.
5. What does it look like to humble brag? 
6.  Would you ask someone close to you if they hear this in your life?  Are you afraid of the answers?
7. Can you identify something that you can give over to God and give Him all the credit?
8. In what ways can you counteract entitlement in your own life?

MAKE DISCIPLES:  Are you courageous enough to speak truth into others’ lives?  When asking others to evaluate your life for signs of entitlement, be sure to offer to partner with them in truth and love.

CHRISTMAS WITH BRIDGEWAY:

Join us for Christmas this season! Everyone is welcome! Invite your family and friends! Check out all the Christmas events at bridgewaycommunity.org/christmas2025. 

DISCUSSION GUIDE: December 14 – Ron Aulbach

“The Original”

LIFE:  What do you think is the most difficult skill in sports?

ENGAGE THE MESSAGE:

1. Read Romans 7:15, Isaiah 1:18.
2. How common is the word sin? Why do you think that is? 
3. How do people generally talk about sin? When you hear someone say “that’s sinful” what is it normally in relation to? Why is that?
4. What is inherited sin? What are some sins that you notice in the Bible?
5. How do sin and Christmas relate?
6. How can we call out and combat our signature sins? 
7. How does Jesus’ life impact the way you view sin?

MAKE DISCIPLES:  Who in your life needs to hear the hope of Christmas this year? How can you share it with them?