Faith Talk – November 15, 2026
Faith Talks are designed to help you keep the conversation going beyond Sunday morning. Use this guide with your family or friends to reflect on the sermon and Life Group lesson, pray together, and put God’s Word into practice. Think of this guide as a starting place—then let God shape the conversation.
Sermon
Title: The Perplexity of Pleasure
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2
Overview: The writer of Ecclesiastes wanted to know whether pleasure could give him a satisfying life. He tried laughter, wine, impressive projects, and wealth. He found some enjoyment in what he accomplished, but when he looked back, he saw how little of it would last. Even wisdom could help him live well without giving him control over what would happen after he died. The chapter ends by pointing us to God, who gives us the ability to enjoy ordinary things like a meal or a day’s work.
Main Points:
Discussion Questions:
For Kids
For Students & Adults
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2
Overview: The writer of Ecclesiastes wanted to know whether pleasure could give him a satisfying life. He tried laughter, wine, impressive projects, and wealth. He found some enjoyment in what he accomplished, but when he looked back, he saw how little of it would last. Even wisdom could help him live well without giving him control over what would happen after he died. The chapter ends by pointing us to God, who gives us the ability to enjoy ordinary things like a meal or a day’s work.
Main Points:
- The Pursuit of Pleasure
- The Pretense of Pleasure
- The Prognosis of Pleasure
Discussion Questions:
For Kids
- What are some of the things the writer tried to do to make himself happy?
- Think of a toy, game, or treat you were excited to get. What happened to that feeling after a while?
- What is one thing you enjoyed today that you can thank God for?
For Students & Adults
- Read Ecclesiastes 2:10-11. What did the writer enjoy about his work, and what did he see when he looked back on it?
- What do you catch yourself thinking would make you happy if you could just get it or accomplish it? What are you hoping it will give you?
- How might Ecclesiastes 2:24-26 change the way you approach a routine part of your day?
Life Group
Scripture: Matthew 21; Mark 11; Luke 19; John 12
Christ/Gospel Connections:
All of Scripture points back to Jesus. In our study each week, every age group’s lesson includes a note about how the message connects to Christ. Use these Christ/Gospel Connections as a springboard for meaningful discussion about who Jesus is and what He has done for us.
Preschool – The crowd welcomed Jesus as King. Jesus gave His life on the cross and rose again so we could be forgiven and live with God. One day, Jesus will come back as King, and everyone who trusts Him will be with Him forever.
Kids – Jesus is the Messiah God promised. Days after Jesus entered Jerusalem, He died on the cross and rose again to rescue people from sin. One day, Jesus will come back as King over everything, and everyone who trusts in Him will be with Him forever.
Students – When Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, He fulfilled Old Testament prophecies about the coming Messiah and proclaimed He was the One God had promised to send. The people praised Jesus, but they praised Him for the wrong reasons.
Adults – Jesus was prophesied to come as the Messiah on a donkey (Zechariah 9:9), revealing His humility and His sovereignty as Lord.
Discussion Questions:
For Kids
For Students & Adults
Christ/Gospel Connections:
All of Scripture points back to Jesus. In our study each week, every age group’s lesson includes a note about how the message connects to Christ. Use these Christ/Gospel Connections as a springboard for meaningful discussion about who Jesus is and what He has done for us.
Preschool – The crowd welcomed Jesus as King. Jesus gave His life on the cross and rose again so we could be forgiven and live with God. One day, Jesus will come back as King, and everyone who trusts Him will be with Him forever.
Kids – Jesus is the Messiah God promised. Days after Jesus entered Jerusalem, He died on the cross and rose again to rescue people from sin. One day, Jesus will come back as King over everything, and everyone who trusts in Him will be with Him forever.
Students – When Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, He fulfilled Old Testament prophecies about the coming Messiah and proclaimed He was the One God had promised to send. The people praised Jesus, but they praised Him for the wrong reasons.
Adults – Jesus was prophesied to come as the Messiah on a donkey (Zechariah 9:9), revealing His humility and His sovereignty as Lord.
Discussion Questions:
For Kids
- What did Jesus ride into Jerusalem, and how did the people welcome Him?
- What did Jesus mean when He said the stones would cry out if the people stayed quiet?
- What is one thing you can praise Jesus for today?
For Students & Adults
- Read Zechariah 9:9 and Luke 19:35-38. What does the way Jesus entered Jerusalem show you about the kind of King He is?
- Read Luke 19:37-44. What were the people celebrating, and what did Jesus say Jerusalem had missed?
- When you pray about something you want to change, what would it look like to trust Jesus as King while you wait?
Pray Together
- Thank God for the good gifts you enjoy each day and for sending Jesus to rescue you from sin.
- Commit to receiving what God gives with gratitude and following Jesus in a specific decision this week.
- Ask God to show you where you’re looking for lasting satisfaction and help you trust Jesus with what you need.
Activity
Take a short walk together and let each person pick up a small stone. Read Luke 19:37-40 aloud, then pass one stone around. As each person holds it, have them name one everyday gift they thank God for and one reason they praise Jesus. Put your stones somewhere you’ll see them during the week as a reminder to pause and pray.
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