Small Group Notes for 26th July 2026
N.B. Sermon can be heard via our website and YouTube channel and the Paper Service version is on our website: https://parishofmedsteadandfourmarks.co.uk/online-church/paper-services/
Read: Psalm 104:1-35, Matthew 8:23-2
- The psalmist is inspired to praise by creation. What in God’s creation do we notice that gives us cause to praise?
- How can we do more to notice what works for us as ‘green pastures’ and ‘still waters’ as places of praise and the restoration of our souls (see Psalm 23)?
- The psalmist recognises God’s careful placing of creations elements, especially the boundaries set for water – which is both life limiting and life threatening (see the Matthew reading). How does God ‘limit’ dangers in our lives, and place healthy boundaries for us?
- How can we be more alert to God’s protection and recognise his boundaries which are for our benefit (see Deuteronomy 10:12-13)?
- The psalmist acknowledges God’s provision and responds in gratitude. In what ways does God provide for us, and how has he provided for our needs this week?
- The psalmist is provoked to praise, in gratitude for God’s abundance of beauty, power, and provision in creation. How do we respond in gratitude and praise?
- How can we grow further in a life of gratitude and praise, giving glory to God?