The Power of Love Wk. 4: Harvesting Love | Christpoint Church | Steve Qualls

Discussion Guide: Harvesting Love — The Power in the Investment of Love

Message Summary
This message reminds us that there can be no harvest without investment. Just as we see in nature, where seasons move from seed to growth, to maturity, and finally to harvest, our spiritual lives follow the same pattern. Jesus is calling us to recognize that now is the greatest harvest time in all of history. In a world full of chaos, conflict, and distraction, God is still investing — and He’s entrusted us to do the same. Whether our "talent" feels big or small, we’re each responsible for making the most of what we've been given. The power of love is shown in our willingness to invest in what matters most: the gospel, people, and the kingdom of God.

Key Point 1: The Master is an Investor
Jesus, our Master, has gone to build His Kingdom and entrusted us to keep His culture going while He's away. He expects us to continue planting, growing, and harvesting — investing in the things He values.

Discussion Questions:

• What does it mean to you that Jesus "entrusted" you with part of His kingdom work?

• In what ways have you seen God invest in you? How have you responded to that investment?

• How does knowing the Master will return impact the way you live right now?

Practical Application:
Take time this week to ask God where He wants you to keep planting. Whether it's a relationship, a habit, or a ministry opportunity — lean in and stay faithful with what’s in your hands.

Key Point 2: It Was Never About the Money
The parable of the talents isn’t about financial return — it’s about capacity, trust, and responsibility. God gives each of us a unique portion, and what matters is not how much we have, but how we use it. Fear can rob us of fruitfulness.

Discussion Questions:

• What have you been given (skills, relationships, influence) that God may be calling you to invest for His Kingdom?

• Have you ever held back from investing because of fear? What was the result?

• Why do you think two of the three servants saw a return, and one didn’t?

Practical Application:
Identify one area where you've been afraid to step out in faith. Talk to God and someone you trust about it. Ask for boldness to move from fear to faithful action.

Key Point 3: We Will Harvest What We Invest
Whether it’s Jesus, fear, selfish ambition, or love — we always reap what we sow. The question isn’t if we’re investing, but what we’re investing in. The world is ripe for harvest, but many believers don’t realize it — or don’t know how to respond.

Discussion Questions:

• What are you currently investing in, intentionally or unintentionally? What kind of harvest will that produce?

• Why do you think the underground church in places like Iran and China is growing rapidly while Christianity in the U.S. is declining?

• How can we practically become laborers in the harvest right now — in our own communities?

Practical Application:
Do a personal "harvest check." What fruit is showing up in your life? What does that tell you about what you’re sowing? Ask God for wisdom to shift your investment if needed.

Final Challenge
The fields are white for harvest. Don’t sit back and wait. Lift your eyes, take up your cross, and step into the harvest season with faith and intentionality. You don’t have to do it perfectly — you just have to show up and invest what you’ve been given.