The cross turns pain into praise

Questions:
1. What stood out to you in the message?
2. What part of Psalm 22 stands out to you the most when you read it beside Matthew 27?
3. Why do you think Jesus chose to quote Psalm 22:1 from the cross? What was He trying to say?
4. How does it change your view of suffering to know Jesus entered suffering with such depth and intention?
5. Where have you seen Jesus bring healing into areas of sin or brokenness in your own life?
6. Psalm 22 ends with praise and proclamation. What does that teach us about how we should respond to Jesus’ sacrifice?
7. How can our group live out the mission and core values of our church in light of the healing Jesus offers?
8. Who in your life needs to hear that “His wounds heal our wounds,” and how can you share that hope with them this week?

Scripture Passages:
1 John 1-5