Wk 6 // May 20 & 21
Wk 6 // Parenting & Surviving in an X-Rated World
May 20 & 21, 2023
Small Group Study
SERMON RECAP
Spend a few minutes recapping this week's sermon together.
Tap here to view the sermon notes.
INTRODUCTION
Relationships are difficult. They require intentionality, bravery, consistency, and massive amounts of grace. If over half of marriages fail, the statistics on the failure rates of lesser relationships must be abysmal. However, the importance of healthy relationships to our health as individuals cannot be overstated. That is why God places such high value on our relationships with one another.
STUDY [tap on scripture to read]
HAVE A VOLUNTEER READ Proverbs 27:17
Many of us either intentionally or unintentionally develop lifestyles of social isolation - erroneously assuming that health can be obtained by keeping others at arm's length. Most of the time, we get this way because we observe the potential danger of negative influences in our lives. However, the benefits of positive relationships far outweigh the potential hurt that occurs in negative relationships. We need each other!
HAVE A VOLUNTEER READ Acts 2:42-47
Participating in the community of Christian believers is an absolutely beautiful thing! When one of us is weak, others pick up the slack. When one of us is scared or hurt, others stand in the gap for them. In other words, we are called to have each other’s back in the name of Jesus… and it’s amazing when done well!
APPLICATION
PRAYER
Pray that God would help you to be more intentional and graceful as you participate in and benefit from the community of believers.
May 20 & 21, 2023
Small Group Study
SERMON RECAP
Spend a few minutes recapping this week's sermon together.
Tap here to view the sermon notes.
- What was one takeaway from this week's sermon for you?
- Were there any stories, ideas, or points that stuck out?
- Was there anything that challenged you?
INTRODUCTION
- What is the most awkward social interaction you remember seeing on a movie or tv show?
- What is the most awkward social interaction you’ve ever personally had?
Relationships are difficult. They require intentionality, bravery, consistency, and massive amounts of grace. If over half of marriages fail, the statistics on the failure rates of lesser relationships must be abysmal. However, the importance of healthy relationships to our health as individuals cannot be overstated. That is why God places such high value on our relationships with one another.
STUDY [tap on scripture to read]
HAVE A VOLUNTEER READ Proverbs 27:17
- Share a time when a relationship you had improved your character.
- Share a time when a relationship you had harmed your character.
Many of us either intentionally or unintentionally develop lifestyles of social isolation - erroneously assuming that health can be obtained by keeping others at arm's length. Most of the time, we get this way because we observe the potential danger of negative influences in our lives. However, the benefits of positive relationships far outweigh the potential hurt that occurs in negative relationships. We need each other!
HAVE A VOLUNTEER READ Acts 2:42-47
- Why is Christian community important to your relationship with Jesus?
- What is one specific way you believe God has gifted you to contribute to the health of Christian community & relationships?
Participating in the community of Christian believers is an absolutely beautiful thing! When one of us is weak, others pick up the slack. When one of us is scared or hurt, others stand in the gap for them. In other words, we are called to have each other’s back in the name of Jesus… and it’s amazing when done well!
APPLICATION
- What is one thing you can do this week to grow in your relationship with another mature believer?
- Who in your life could be a potential new Christian friend?
PRAYER
Pray that God would help you to be more intentional and graceful as you participate in and benefit from the community of believers.
