EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Sharing Jesus in a Post-Christian World – Jesus Shared

Date: February 22, 2026

Session Title: Jesus Shared

The Point: Our daily connections with people can be opportunities to share Christ. 

Get Into the Study (Option for Adult Leader Guide)

In advance, play a video clip of some interesting pieces of art. Then ask Question #1.

Study the Bible

Read after discussing Question 1:

Lindsey Vonn, one of the most accomplished alpine skiers in Olympic history, was recently involved in another serious crash while competing, a stark reminder of both the physical cost and the courage required at the highest levels of sport. The incident forced her off the course and raised fresh questions about recovery, longevity, and what it takes to compete at an elite level after repeated injuries.

Vonn’s career has long been defined by resilience. Time and again, she has pushed her body to its limits in pursuit of excellence, representing her country on the world’s biggest stage and inspiring countless athletes along the way. Competing in the Olympics remains one of the highest achievements in sports, reserved for a rare few who dedicate their lives to that pursuit.

But as remarkable as Olympic glory is, it is not the greatest victory available to humanity. Athletic success is fleeting, bodies break down, and medals eventually fade. There is, however, a greater hope that is not limited by age, injury, or ability. While the Olympics are open only to the elite, salvation is open to all. Jesus saves all who trust in Him—and that promise stands firm long after the final race is run.

Read after discussing Question 5:

On January 28th, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art announced that it will continue a recent series of restitutions by returning looted artwork to India. The latest pieces to be included in the restitution program are three bronze figures that were originally sacred objects carried in temple processions before being stolen. As per the museum’s research on these pieces, they were linked to art dealers known to traffic in “looted antiquities.” In 2023, it was confirmed that these sculptures had been looted from temples in Tamil Nadu, India between 1956-1959.

According to the museum’s director, Chase F. Robinson, “a robust program of research” is carried out on each piece to trace the object’s history and how it came to the museum to better understand the story behind each item. And while the Smithsonian has the legal title of its collections, keeping items that are known to be stolen is “fundamentally inconsistent with the Smithsonian’s ethical standards and values,” according to a statement from the museum.

While the museum itself didn’t hire looters to steal these sculptures to be displayed in the United States, the Smithsonian was benefitting from thievery. As they legally owned the pieces, the sculptures could have remained at the museum with only an apology to the people in Tamil Nadu. But to make restitution to the original owners, the museum has to send the pieces back so the wrong is righted. Similarly, when we want to truly repent from sin and not just apologize, there needs to be action that goes along with the apology. “Repentence” means “turning away,” not “apologizing and continuing on.” True repentance of sin means turning away from how you were and striving to honor God in all you say and do.

Study the Bible (Option for Adult Leader Guide)

In advance, play a video or display an image of the 3 Circles gospel presentation. Invite someone to demonstrate this simple tool using a whiteboard or poster. Encourage those who picked it up quickly to help others in the group. Spend a few minutes practicing it as time allows.

The week’s writer for Extra is Emily Duncan. Emily is a Southern California native who lives in west Georgia with herhusband and daughter. God saved her from Wicca when she was sixteen while at a youth retreat. Emily’s a member of Midway Church in Villa Rica and mentors young women as they transition from high school to college.

Additional Questions

Icebreakers

• Why is the adage “Birds of a feather flock together” often a hindrance to sharing the gospel?
• When has an encounter with someone led to an unexpected result?
• When have you learned something amazing about a culture different from your own?

Acts 17:16-18. Be sensitive to opportunities to share the gospel.

• What obstacles might we encounter as we look for opportunities to share the gospel?
• Where might you have an opportunity to share your faith?
• Who took the opportunity to share the gospel with you?

Acts 17:22-23. Find common ground for introducing the gospel.

• Why is finding common ground important in sharing Christ?
• What do you see in the culture around us that would provide a natural connection for sharing the hope we have in Jesus?
• What do you find most challenging in finding common ground with those who do not share your beliefs?

Acts 17:30-31. Help others understand the truth of the gospel.

• How can believers help unbelievers understand the truth of the gospel?
• How could we use Paul’s model today to share the gospel with unbelievers?
• Why is it important that we share the whole gospel with people and not just the “feel good” parts?

Podcast

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