Definition
A sermon discussion guide is a reviewed set of questions and leader notes that helps a group discuss a sermon faithfully after it is preached.
Glossary definition
What is a sermon discussion guide?
A sermon discussion guide gives a group leader a path from the sermon to conversation: remember what was said, understand what it means, apply it honestly, and pray in response.
What it is
- A group leader draft shaped by a specific sermon.
- A path from observation to interpretation, application, and prayer.
- A guide the leader reviews and adapts before the meeting.
What it is not
- It is not a script that replaces the leader.
- It is not generic prompt engineering.
- It is not a direct-to-group broadcast.
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Common questions
What questions belong in a sermon discussion guide?
Use questions that help the group remember the sermon, understand the passage, apply the truth, and pray together.
Can a group leader edit the guide?
Yes. The guide is a reviewed draft, not a locked script.