Forgiveness: Week 3

BREAK THE ICE

Have you ever prayed for something that seemed silly? How did that work out for you?

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS

1. Why do you think we tend to blame God or get upset at Him when we go through difficult times?

2.In what ways do we sometimes cause the difficulties and hard times that we face?

3.Read 1 Peter 5:8. What does this verse tell us about the cause of pain and suffering that occurs in the world?

1 Peter 5:8

 8 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.

4. Read 1 Peter 5:7. What does this verse tell us about how God relates to us in our pain and suffering?

1 Peter 5:7

7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

5. Based on this verse, what do we do when we feel angry, sad, or confused by what we are going through?

6.What is something that you are facing right now that you feel confused, disappointed, or maybe even angry about? What are some practical ways you can give these worries to God?

 7. How can you encourage someone even now in the middle of feeling disappointed or hurt?

MOVING FORWARD

Look around your group today. Think through one person who should have been in your group today but missed it. Maybe that are disappointed, it could be that they are hurting, or it might even be that no one has ever invited them to come to small group. Make the decision to invite someone with you or reach out so a person who hasn’t been to group in a long time and let them know that God cares for them. Then come up with a plan for your group to reach out to others this week. Write the names of the people you plan to reach out to and then pray for them by name at the end of your group.