SERIES TITLE
At The Movies Week 3
SERIES OVERVIEW
Bring a friend, grab some popcorn, find a seat… you’re at the movies! Each week we’ll learn how God uses characters and storylines from the big screen to inspire positive change. Journey with us through some of Hollywood’s most impactful films and experience God’s purpose for you in a fun and fresh way. Our At the Movies series is only viewable on an Eastside campus. For times and directions, please choose a location near you.
SERMON TITLE
Creed
Sermon Summary
The latest film deals with mistakes and regrets born from a decision made in childhood. It explores how the characters live with those choices and try to overcome them.
WARM UP
Begin with some conversation, checking in on how people are doing. You can talk about whatever you’d like, but here are a few potential questions to get the conversation going.
DISCUSSion
- What are some battles you are currently facing in your life? And how can you identify what you are fighting for and against?
What can you learn from the relationship between Rocky and Adonis in the movie, ‘Creed’ to help you face your own battles? - Read 2 Timothy 6:11-12. How can you train your desires, instincts, and habits to be more like Jesus and focus on the inner fight within yourself?
What are some practical steps you can take to work on your inner fight and become more like Jesus? - Read I Corinthians 9:25-27 In what areas of your life do you need to prepare and work on the small things to grow in character and face your battles?
How can you consistently work on these areas to overcome your challenges and win your battles through faith? - Rocky says, ONE step at a time, ONE punch at a time, ONE round at a time.” At Eastside, we often talk about taking the next step on our spiritual journey. List a few examples of the next steps people can take.
Where might God be calling you to take the next step? - When Adonis is down, his fans and support system yell, “Get up, get up.”
What’s got you beat up, beat down, gut-punched, and feeling deflated and defeated? What are some ways you can actively seek out and engage in small groups and meaningful relationships to bolster your support system?
wrap up | prayer
- Ask for prayer requests.
- Pray for the strength to identify the battles each member is facing in their lives, whether physical or internal, and the wisdom to understand what they are fighting for and against.
- Ask for God’s guidance in making decisions that align with love, faith, perseverance, and a godly life. Pray for the ability to choose gratitude and joy, no matter the circumstances.
- Pray for the discipline to prepare and train for the fights in life, recognizing the importance of the small steps in shaping our character.
- Ask for God’s help in seeking and maintaining a strong support system, including small groups and relationships where Jesus is known and loved.