Bouquet Canyon Church
Lord of Heaven and Earth
Locations & Times
Bouquet Canyon Church
26900 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, USA
Sunday 10:00 AM
LORD OF HEAVEN AND EARTH
1. He reigns over all
2. He identifies with us
3. He is with us
4. He directs us
5. He works through us
Discussion Notes (for use in a small group or individual study)
Sermon: Lord of Heaven and Earth
Questions:
1. Opening question: Who is someone in your life that you have looked to for guidance, and why?
2. The sermon focused on the glory of Jesus as seen in the immediate aftermath of Paul’s Damascus Road experience (Acts 9). What do you remember about each of the main points? What stood out to you?
3. He Reigns Over All (Acts 9:6; Psalm 23:1)
a) What does it mean that Jesus is Lord of both heaven and earth? How might this truth change how we view the events happening around us today? (Matthew 28:18; Colossians 1:16–17)
b) Saul called Jesus "Lord" immediately after encountering Him. Why is recognizing Jesus’ lordship essential to real transformation? (Romans 10:9; Philippians 2:9–11)
c) In what area of your life do you need to remember that Jesus reigns — that He is truly in control? (Proverbs 3:5–6)
4. He Identifies With Us (Acts 9:4–5; Psalm 23:2–3)
a) Jesus asks Saul, "Why are you persecuting Me?" — not "My people," but "Me." How does knowing that Jesus personally identifies with our suffering impact the way we endure hardship or injustice? (Hebrews 4:15–16; 2 Corinthians 1:5)
b) Think about a struggle you're facing (or recently faced). How would it change your perspective to realize Jesus takes it personally and shares in it with you? (Isaiah 43:2)
5. He Is With Us (Acts 9:8–9, 17; Psalm 23:4)
a) Saul was blind and helpless for three days. How might this period have shaped his heart for ministry later? (2 Corinthians 12:9–10; Deuteronomy 8:2–3)
b) Psalm 23 promises God’s presence even in the valley of the shadow of death. Why is "presence" more powerful than immediate deliverance? (Isaiah 41:10; Romans 8:38–39)
6. He Guides Us (Acts 9:6, 11–12; Psalm 23:3)
a) Jesus doesn't reveal Saul’s entire future immediately; He gives him one step to obey at a time. Why do you think God often leads us this way? (Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 16:9)
b) Where might God be calling you to take a next step of obedience — even if you don't see the full picture yet? (Hebrews 11:8)
7. He Works Through Us (Acts 9:15–22; Psalm 23:5–6)
a) Saul, once an enemy of Jesus, becomes His chosen instrument. What does this teach us about how God sees potential in people others might overlook? (1 Timothy 1:15–16; 1 Corinthians 1:26–29)
b) Psalm 23 pictures a table prepared "in the presence of enemies" and a cup overflowing. How can our lives overflow with God's goodness even in hard places? (2 Corinthians 4:7–10; John 7:38)
8. Which aspect of Jesus’ character (reigning, identifying, being with us, guiding, working through us) do you most need to trust and rely on right now?
9. Prayer time: Ask Jesus to show you one specific area where He wants to lead you, encourage you, or work through you. Then pray for each other — thanking Jesus for His reign, His presence, and His power to work through broken vessels like us.
Sermon: Lord of Heaven and Earth
Questions:
1. Opening question: Who is someone in your life that you have looked to for guidance, and why?
2. The sermon focused on the glory of Jesus as seen in the immediate aftermath of Paul’s Damascus Road experience (Acts 9). What do you remember about each of the main points? What stood out to you?
3. He Reigns Over All (Acts 9:6; Psalm 23:1)
a) What does it mean that Jesus is Lord of both heaven and earth? How might this truth change how we view the events happening around us today? (Matthew 28:18; Colossians 1:16–17)
b) Saul called Jesus "Lord" immediately after encountering Him. Why is recognizing Jesus’ lordship essential to real transformation? (Romans 10:9; Philippians 2:9–11)
c) In what area of your life do you need to remember that Jesus reigns — that He is truly in control? (Proverbs 3:5–6)
4. He Identifies With Us (Acts 9:4–5; Psalm 23:2–3)
a) Jesus asks Saul, "Why are you persecuting Me?" — not "My people," but "Me." How does knowing that Jesus personally identifies with our suffering impact the way we endure hardship or injustice? (Hebrews 4:15–16; 2 Corinthians 1:5)
b) Think about a struggle you're facing (or recently faced). How would it change your perspective to realize Jesus takes it personally and shares in it with you? (Isaiah 43:2)
5. He Is With Us (Acts 9:8–9, 17; Psalm 23:4)
a) Saul was blind and helpless for three days. How might this period have shaped his heart for ministry later? (2 Corinthians 12:9–10; Deuteronomy 8:2–3)
b) Psalm 23 promises God’s presence even in the valley of the shadow of death. Why is "presence" more powerful than immediate deliverance? (Isaiah 41:10; Romans 8:38–39)
6. He Guides Us (Acts 9:6, 11–12; Psalm 23:3)
a) Jesus doesn't reveal Saul’s entire future immediately; He gives him one step to obey at a time. Why do you think God often leads us this way? (Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 16:9)
b) Where might God be calling you to take a next step of obedience — even if you don't see the full picture yet? (Hebrews 11:8)
7. He Works Through Us (Acts 9:15–22; Psalm 23:5–6)
a) Saul, once an enemy of Jesus, becomes His chosen instrument. What does this teach us about how God sees potential in people others might overlook? (1 Timothy 1:15–16; 1 Corinthians 1:26–29)
b) Psalm 23 pictures a table prepared "in the presence of enemies" and a cup overflowing. How can our lives overflow with God's goodness even in hard places? (2 Corinthians 4:7–10; John 7:38)
8. Which aspect of Jesus’ character (reigning, identifying, being with us, guiding, working through us) do you most need to trust and rely on right now?
9. Prayer time: Ask Jesus to show you one specific area where He wants to lead you, encourage you, or work through you. Then pray for each other — thanking Jesus for His reign, His presence, and His power to work through broken vessels like us.