Discussion Guide
Here's a small group guide based on the sermon from 9/14,
Small Group Guide: Faith That Heals
Key Scripture: Mark 5:25-34
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Discussion Questions:
1. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why?
2. "Miracles require faith." How have you seen faith play a role in your own life experiences?
3. Discuss the woman's persistence in reaching Jesus despite her circumstances. What obstacles do you face in pursuing Jesus?
4. How does our self-talk and the company we keep impact our faith? Share examples from your own life.
5. The sermon mentioned that many in the crowd were close to Jesus but didn't experience miracles. Why do you think that was the case?
6. Reflect on Mark's testimony. How have you seen God work in difficult career or life decisions?
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Key Takeaways:
1. Faith is essential for miracles and allows us to believe in a God who does the impossible.
2. We must press past pain, disappointment, and obstacles (including ourselves) to reach Jesus.
3. Our view of ourselves and Jesus greatly impacts our faith and ability to receive from Him.
4. Sometimes, standing firm in faith requires difficult decisions, but God is faithful.
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Practical Applications:
1. Daily Affirmation: Write down and speak aloud faith-affirming statements about God's power and love for you.
2. Faith Journal: Start a journal documenting moments where you've seen God work in your life, big or small.
3. Surrounding Yourself: Evaluate your close relationships. Are they encouraging your faith? If not, consider how to include more faith-building influences in your life.
4. Persistent Prayer: Choose one area in your life where you need a breakthrough. Commit to praying about it daily for the next month, believing that Jesus is the answer.
5. Faith in Action: Identify one situation where you need to step out in faith this week. Share with the group and commit to taking that step.
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Closing Prayer: Thank God for His faithfulness and ask for increased faith to trust Him in all circumstances.
Small Group Guide: Faith That Heals
Key Scripture: Mark 5:25-34
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Discussion Questions:
1. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why?
2. "Miracles require faith." How have you seen faith play a role in your own life experiences?
3. Discuss the woman's persistence in reaching Jesus despite her circumstances. What obstacles do you face in pursuing Jesus?
4. How does our self-talk and the company we keep impact our faith? Share examples from your own life.
5. The sermon mentioned that many in the crowd were close to Jesus but didn't experience miracles. Why do you think that was the case?
6. Reflect on Mark's testimony. How have you seen God work in difficult career or life decisions?
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Key Takeaways:
1. Faith is essential for miracles and allows us to believe in a God who does the impossible.
2. We must press past pain, disappointment, and obstacles (including ourselves) to reach Jesus.
3. Our view of ourselves and Jesus greatly impacts our faith and ability to receive from Him.
4. Sometimes, standing firm in faith requires difficult decisions, but God is faithful.
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Practical Applications:
1. Daily Affirmation: Write down and speak aloud faith-affirming statements about God's power and love for you.
2. Faith Journal: Start a journal documenting moments where you've seen God work in your life, big or small.
3. Surrounding Yourself: Evaluate your close relationships. Are they encouraging your faith? If not, consider how to include more faith-building influences in your life.
4. Persistent Prayer: Choose one area in your life where you need a breakthrough. Commit to praying about it daily for the next month, believing that Jesus is the answer.
5. Faith in Action: Identify one situation where you need to step out in faith this week. Share with the group and commit to taking that step.
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Closing Prayer: Thank God for His faithfulness and ask for increased faith to trust Him in all circumstances.