TITLE: YOU'VE BEEN INVITED
HOPE –This is a time to share what God is doing in the lives of those in your group to celebrate and worship the Lord together.
• Where have you seen God at work in the last week?
HEAD: This is a time to dive into biblical truth together, observe the text, and discuss it.
Read Mark 4:35-41
• What does this section of Scripture teach us about God or people?
• Disciples: What is their response? What were they focused on?
• Jesus: What was his response? What was Jesus trying to get the disciples to understand?
HEART – This is where you share what God is speaking personally or as a community.
• In our culture where have you seen "Emotion Fragility" displayed?
• How do you react when the pressure of life takes place?
• Do you have a hard time handling difficult emotions?
HANDS: This is where you are encouraging a response to obey what God is speaking.
Read Colossians 1:9-14. Paul's prayer for the church as they face life's hardships and troubles.
What truth can you hold onto so that you can still worship during trials and hardships?
What can you practically do to accept the invitation to grow spiritually and be patient to go through the storm?
Read Psalm 107:1 - " Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever."
Take some time to reflect on the goodness of God and his steadfast love for you. Go around and share what you are thankful for.
HELP – This is a time to ask what is confusing and needs clarity, are there any prayer needs?