Discussion question for February 18, 2022.

We can be encouraged and encourage others by rehearsing accounts of God’s faithfulness. What biblical story do you like to recall as a reminder that God is in control? What historic events have special meaning to you, whether they happened long ago or more recently? How has God proven Himself to you, personally? Share an account of God answering your ardent, persistent prayers. Do you have an account of God answering your prayer before you even asked? How do you maintain your confident faith while a prayer request remains unanswered?

Discussion question for February 11, 2022.

We sing “God bless America” as a prayer, and there is some evidence that He has blessed this country. What has America, as a country, done to warrant His blessing? Are there conditions that we met historically that we no longer meet today, in your opinion? Under what circumstances might God remove His hand of blessing? What might be done to increase or insure future blessings? How have you seen God bless other countries or people groups? What does that mean to the way you choose to live your life?

Discussion question for February 4, 2022.

God is up to something and we are not necessarily the center of His universe. What do know about His plans from the Bible, especially the prophecies? How do the prophecies lead you to truth? What do you think about the confusion about the timing of the second coming; did Paul misunderstand the Spirit? Why does God reveal things through prophecy when it is so easily misunderstood? What can you read between the lines about His current attitude and purpose? How would you describe your role in His plan?

Discussion question for January 21, 2022.

We agreed that our ability to trust in the LORD is directly related to the depth of our relationship with Him. How does faith influence relationship? What are your bests symptoms for measuring your faith? How do you define patience? How have you practiced patience? What does the Bible say to you about the value and outcome of practicing patience? When have you seen an apparent response of patient be a demonstration of a lack of faith? Conversely, when have you seen it be an accurate depiction of faith? What builds your faith?

Discussion question for January 15, 2022.

Let’s get practical about trusting in the Lord so we can walk through every integrity check and faith challenge with confidence. What are you led to do as you read Psalm 62:8? How does your attitude toward the Lord influence your responses to Him? What do you believe to be true because of circumstances and consequences? What hope do you find in the words of verses 11 and 12? What tempts you to lose faith, and how does God lead you through that temptation?

Discussion question for January 7, 2022.

Peace and harmony are gifts of God that indicate His presence and favor. What does the symptom of peace, or the lack of peace, mean in your life? How does conflict enter your life? What do you do at the first sign of losing your peace? How do you distinguish between conflict and “spiritual unrest”? How do you perform an integrity check? What are the indicators that you are facing a faith challenge? How do you develop and maintain your daily relationship with God?

Discussion question for December 17, 2021.

Psalm 126 describes the time when the LORD will bring streams of water to the Negev, a dry and parched place. When do you experience refreshment in the dry places of your life? How do you endure the arid seasons? What can you do to invite or welcome refreshment? What practical tools have you found to stay vibrant and growing? How do you share refreshment with others?

Discussion question for December 10, 2021.

1 Cor 4:20 says “the kingdom of God does not consist in talk but in power.” How does the kingdom power help you to return to joy? How do you weather the dark seasons while maintaining your hope? What can help someone learn to expect joy? What proof of God’s power have you seen? How can you share your confidence in God with another person? What prayer strategy should we use to address a generation or a culture that has not learned to return to joy?

Discussion question for December 3, 2021. – Happy Thanksgiving – no meeting on 11/29

Habakkuk 3:17-19 is a popular psalm about rejoicing in the Lord, no matter what. How well do you express your joy when things are going well for you? How do you remember to be thankful when things seem like they are dire? Paul instructed Timothy that godliness with contentment is great gain, so how do you maintain contentedness? What would your family, co-workers, or others say about your level of contentment? How do you encourage others who are going through tough circumstances? Bonus question: Why would God allow the fields to produce nothing and the flock to be cut off?

Discussion question for November 19, 2021.

A good man provides an inheritance for his children’s children. What do you owe your children? What would you like to leave for them? Why? What is God’s perspective regarding wealth and money? What do you see as risk in an estate transfer? How can you prepare your estate for a transfer? How can you prepare your heirs to receive?