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How do you confidently hear from God?

Discussion question for November 10, 2023. Ephesians 3:16 says that we can be strengthened with power through the Spirit in our inner being.  When have you heard from God in a way that has strengthened you?  How do you normally hear from God?  What do you do when you feel like He is not answering?  […]

How do you understand spiritual warfare?

Discussion question for November 3, 2023. Daniel 9 reveals the intercessory prayer Daniel prayed for his people, and then offers a rare glimpse into the spiritual realm as the answer to his prayer is delayed.  When have you interceded with confessions and requests for mercy for others?  What do you know, and what do you […]

Special Guest: Samuel Hakim

Topic for October 27, 2023. Samuel Hakim, of Redeeming the Nations Ministries (www.rtnm.org), will join us this morning to share about the evangelical work being done in Arabic speaking nations.  This timely topic will increase understanding of God’s love for Muslims in the Middle-East.  Learn about timely prayer strategies and the spiritual warfare that are […]

How are you impacted by the conflict in Israel?

Discussion question for October 20, 2023. Conflict in the Middle East is not new, but the recent escalation has gotten the attention of the world.  What is your emotional reaction to the news?  How have you been prompted to pray?  What wisdom or perspective do you offer in any conversation about this?  How does your […]

What are your prayer barriers?

Discussion question for October 13, 2023. We have established the truth that prayer is about building relationship with God.  When are you tempted to operate without prayer?  What circumstances act as a barrier to you?  How can you anticipate times of separation, and what symptoms do you experience when you drift from God?  What are […]

How do you respond when your prayers go unanswered?

Discussion question for October 6, 2023. Elijah prayed seven times for rain and Paul asked three times for healing.  How do you know you should persist in prayer?  How do your prayers change when you don’t see any change?  How do you change in those circumstances?  What causes you to feel hopeless, or resigned, or […]

What if God is waiting to be asked?

Discussion question for September 29, 2023. We know that the Creator of the universe has all power and authority, and He can do whatever He wants to do.  What Biblical support is there to the idea that God waits for participation?  How would your prayer life change if you knew He was waiting to be […]

What would God love to give you?

Discussion question for September 22, 2023. Romans 8:32 says that God gave His Son and then wonders what “all things” He could also give.  How do you respond to the truth that He gave His Son for you?  What more could you ask for?  How can you claim the fullness of the promise in this […]

How do you manage your hopes?

Discussion question for September 15, 2023. Proverbs 13:12 says that hope deferred makes the heart sick while James 5:7-11 says to wait patiently.  What have you hoped for that is making your heart ache?  How do you know what to keep hoping for or when to let a desire go?  How does Psalm 37:7 help […]

What does it take to become “blessable”?

Discussion question for September 8, 2023. God is a provider of blessings, as described in Ezekiel 34:26.  How do you identify blessings from God?  What is your response to these blessings?  Who does God send His blessing on, and why?  What experience have you had with being blessed?  What conditions might cause blessings to dry […]