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What questions are rolling around after the session? Jesus grew up in rabbinical system that asked a lot of questions.  Why does he ask so many questions? That’s what rabbis do. I learned more about the passage by asking 100 questions than trying to have the answers. (Story of Abraham and Isaac) Chuvruta-Hebrew process of asking questions To Ask Great Questions You have to be curious You need Wisdom (Holy Spirit, Emotional IQ) You need Compassion You need Courage There are four levels of questions. Level 1-Simple Facts Level 2-Feelings, Emotions, Motivations Level 3-Desires, Passions Level 4-Vulnerability, Intimacy How to get better at asking questions: Preparation What type of question am I about to ask?  Motivation? Is it worth it to ask this question? What have you done this week that has made you feel alive? Tell me your story. Does this person want to be asked questions? Right time, Right place How can I ask this question in an ...

Preach the gospel and if necessary use words.  This is not evangelism/missional. We must use words. Colossians 4:2-6 2 Pronged Approach- Gifted evangelists-Pray for opportunities and boldness Others-respond to people's questions about Jesus.  Are our lives worth questioning?  Live a life that is different so people ask why. We are filled with the Holy Spirit of love. We must be counter cultural. When we live like this, people are drawn to us and ask why. Listening to people is intriguing. What would be more questionable than a Southern Baptist preacher at a margarita/card playing night? How questionable is your life? Do you evoke anyone's curiosity? Live a questionable life!