Evergreen Christian Community

The Big Idea: Jesus was the most free human ever and He can take us into that same level of freedom.John 8:28-36Three Steps to Total Freedom:1. Make a Declaration of Dependence: John 15:1-82. Throw off Religious systems that create barriers rather than freedom.The Truth sets you free. It does not bind you into religious obligationsColossians 2:6-23‭‭3. Take up your cross every dayLuke 9:23-25Philippians 3:10-11‭‭Response:• Make a Declaration of Dependence• Take up your cross daily• B.L.E.S.S. Your OikosDISCOVERY BIBLE STUDY► This week's Passage: Mark 10:35-45► Connection questions:1. What are you thankful for?2. What is a challenge you are facing?3. How did you do with last week’s “I will” statement?► Have at least one member of the group restate the passage in their own words► Individual answers to five questions:1. What stands out to you?2. What does this passage tell us about people?3. What does this passage tell us about God?4. Based on the passage, what is one thing I could do differently starting now an